Indian name meaning
Arun
♂ BoyA·run · 2 syllables
Dawn; the reddish glow of sunrise; the sun’s charioteer
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Curious, adaptable and freedom-loving — thrives on change, travel and variety.
The letters of Arun add up to 14, which reduces to 5.
About the name Arun
Arun is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Dawn; the reddish glow of sunrise; the sun’s charioteer.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Arun has the name number 5, “The Explorer.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arun mean?
Arun means “Dawn; the reddish glow of sunrise; the sun’s charioteer.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Arun a boy or a girl name?
Arun is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Arun?
Arun is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Arun?
In the Chaldean system, Arun has the name number 5, “The Explorer.”
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