Varun
Varun is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Water god, surrounding, or encompassing.
Origin and history
Varun is a traditional Indian male name derived from the ancient Vedic deity associated with the sky, oceans, and cosmic order. In the United States, it has been used consistently within Indian American communities since the late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
2,598 babies in the United States have been named Varun since 1880. It ranks #2543 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1793.
States where it is most popular
- CA (33.7 %)
- NJ (16.9 %)
- NY (10.8 %)
- TX (10.3 %)
- IL (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 159 |
| 1990-2000 | 593 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,146 |
| 2010-2019 | 566 |
| 2020-2029 | 134 |
Famous people named Varun
- Varun Dhawan: Actor
- Varun Grover: Screenwriter, Comedian
- Varun Aaron: Cricketer
Fun facts
- In the Rigveda, Varuna is one of the most prominent gods, tasked with maintaining cosmic order and the oceans.
- Because of its association with the deity Varuna, the name is tied to water bodies and celestial space in Indian literature.