Varun

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How to Pronounce Varun

Pronounced VAH-roon /ˈvɑ.run/Medium

Meaning: From Sanskrit Varuna — the Hindu god of the waters, the sky, and the cosmic order (rita)Medium

In 30 seconds: Lord of the waters: Varun is the Hindu god Varuna — of the waters, sky, and cosmic order. Devout, strong, and warm.

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Origin HighSanskrit

MeaningFrom Sanskrit Varuna — the Hindu god of the waters, the sky, and the cosmic order (rita)

U.S. rank (2024)#5414 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births18 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2004

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,583

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Varun comes from Sanskrit Varuna — one of the most ancient Hindu deities, the god of the waters, the night sky, and rita (the cosmic order and moral law), a guardian of truth and upholder of oaths. A devout, strong, popular modern name across India (actor Varun Dhawan; said 'VAH-roon').

In the U.S. it appears in South Asian families. Rare, the-god-of-the-waters at the root, and strong.

Did you know? Varuna is the ancient Hindu god of the waters, the sky, and rita (the cosmic order and moral law) — a guardian of truth and oaths — Varun is the popular modern form; devout and strong (said 'VAH-roon').

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Sanskrit references — Varuna — etymology

Variations

VarunaVaroon

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Varun mean?

Varun is the Hindu god Varuna — of the waters, the sky, and the cosmic order.

How do you pronounce Varun?

It's said VAH-roon /ˈvɑ.run/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Varun a boy or girl name?

Varun is a boy's name.

How popular is Varun?

Varun is a rare name in the U.S.