boy · Sanskrit

Arjuna

/A-rju-na/

Meaning: Bright, shining, silver

Arjuna at a glance

Meaning: Bright, shining, silver
Origin: Sanskrit
Religion: Hindu
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: A-rju-na
Syllables: 3
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Arjun, Arjuni, Arjunya, Arjoonah, Arjoono, Arjunia

Lucky details for Arjuna

Number: 7
Color: Sea Green
Stone: Amethyst
Flower: Water Lily
Day: Monday
Planet: Neptune
Zodiac: Pisces
Metal: Platinum

Arjuna is a Sanskrit name meaning “bright, shining, silver”. It is a spelling variant of Arjun and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Arjuna for its 3-syllable rhythm and its association with thoughtful, imaginative, drawn to meaning. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Arjuna reduce to 7, a number linked with Neptune and with people who are insightful, spiritual, an original and independent thinker.

Numerology

Chaldean value 7 — Thoughtful, imaginative, drawn to meaning.

Personality

Thoughtful, imaginative, drawn to meaning

Positive Traits

Insightful, spiritual, an original and independent thinker

Negative Traits

Needs quiet time and can seem distant when overwhelmed

Career Suggestions

Science, psychology, writing, film, philosophy

Nicknames

Arji Arju Arjy Ary

Middle Names

Aarav Ameeta Ashweenah

Sibling Names

Aanya Adveek Anjaly Charve

Compatible Names

Aarav Aarya Akshaiya Aneeketa Arneh Cheerrag

FAQs about the name Arjuna

What does the name Arjuna mean?

Arjuna means “bright, shining, silver” and comes from a Sanskrit root.

Is Arjuna a boy or girl name?

Arjuna is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Arjuna?

Arjuna is pronounced A-rju-na (3 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Arjuna?

The lucky number for Arjuna is 7, ruled by Neptune.

What are good nicknames for Arjuna?

Popular short forms include Arji, Arju, Arjy, Ary.