Varun Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Varun originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'water' and relates to the Hindu god of water. It has evolved through various forms in Indian languages and is associated with traits of strength and purity. There is no biblical relevance attached to this name. Varun has been historically used in Indian culture and continues to be popular today, often associated with notable public figures.
The name Varun is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Varun has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Varun' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2235th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1411th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3068th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Varun' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Varun"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɑːrʊn/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Varun is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Varuṇa', which refers to the Hindu god of water and the celestial ocean. In Vedic literature, Varuna is considered the god of cosmic order and the keeper of moral law.
Meaning
Water; god of water
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: वरुण (Varuṇa), Prakrit: वरुण (Varuṇa), Modern Hindi: वरुण (Varun)
Historical Usage
Varun has been a traditional name in Indian culture, particularly within Hindu communities, and has gained popularity in modern times as a name reflecting cultural heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Varuna, Vaarun, Varunesh
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Varun is viewed positively in Indian society as a name that evokes strength and connection to nature, particularly water.
Famous People
Varun Dhawan - Indian actor, Varun Gandhi - Indian politician, Varun Sood - Indian television presenter and actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Varun"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Varun"
"Varun" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2235th of 16616 | 471 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1411th of 24088 | 1,651 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3068th of 23106 | 461 |
Regional Popularity of "Varun" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
46.95% 1730th/3685 |
32.13% 1438th/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
33.96% 2145th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
30.29% 1388th/4582 |
19.50% 1007th/5164 |
24.15% 1766th/7313 |
15.74% 1175th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
52.55% 2358th/4487 |
48.15% 3285th/6822 |
31.88% 2001st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Varun" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Varun"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Varun" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.