Arjan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAR-jahn / /ˈɑːr.dʒən/Sanskrit; Dutch; Persian
Meaning
Sanskrit: one who is noble; Dutch: variant of Adrian; Persian: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Arjan is derived from 'Arjuna,' a heroic figure in the Mahabharata, symbolizing nobility and virtue. In Dutch, it is a variant of Adrian, which has historical roots in Roman culture. In Persian, the name conveys bravery, reflecting cultural values of valor.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Arjanus
- Arian
International Variants
- Arjan (Dutch)
- Arjuna (Sanskrit)
- Adrian (Latin)
Famous people named Arjan
Arjan Erkel — Dutch humanitarian.
Arjan Singh — Indian Air Force officer.
Fictional characters named Arjan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Arjan was first seen in the United States in 1990. Arjan has ranked as high as #1254 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Washington, New York, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Arjan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Arjan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 43 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 46 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2019 | 38 |
| 2020 | 43 |
| 2021 | 53 |
| 2022 | 70 |
| 2023 | 65 |
| 2024 | 106 |