boy name
Arjun — name meaning
అర్జున్
Arjun is a boy name. Bright, shining; a hero of the Mahabharata.
Arjunఅర్జున్boy
Nakshatra and Pada for Arjun
Begins with A (అ), the starting syllable of Pada 1 of Krittika Nakshatra (కృత్తిక).
Rashi: Mesha (Aries) · Deity: Agni · Ruling planet: the Sun
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arjun mean?
Arjun (అర్జున్) is used for a boy. In brief: Bright, shining; a hero of the Mahabharata. This is a short summary in AAGO's own words and has not been independently verified, so please confirm it with your family or priest.
Which Nakshatra is the name Arjun for?
Arjun begins with A, which is the starting syllable of Pada 1 of Krittika Nakshatra (కృత్తిక) under the commonly used convention. Practices vary between families, so check with your elders or priest.
How is Arjun written in Telugu?
The usual Telugu spelling is అర్జున్.
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