Arjan
Arjan is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Bright, shining, white”.
| Meaning | Bright, shining, white |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ਅਰਜਨ |
| Pronunciation | AR-jun |
| Tradition | Sikh, Hindu |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada, Netherlands |
Meaning and origin of Arjan
Arjan is the Punjabi form of Sanskrit Arjuna, a word meaning bright, silvery or white. For Sikhs it is above all the name of Guru Arjan Dev (1563–1606), the fifth Guru, who compiled the Adi Granth and built the Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar; he is remembered as the first Sikh martyr. The name is also used by Hindu Punjabis and, independently, in the Netherlands, where Arjan is a common Dutch name of different background.
Is Arjan a Sikh name?
Arjan carries great weight for Sikhs because of Guru Arjan Dev; boys usually take Singh with it, and the Guru's martyrdom is marked each year.
How popular is Arjan?
Popular among Sikh families in Punjab and the diaspora, and in recent years among British Asian families.
Gifts with the name Arjan
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- Sikh baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Arjan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arjan mean?
Arjan means 'Bright, shining, white'. It is of Punjabi, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Arjan a Sikh name?
Arjan carries great weight for Sikhs because of Guru Arjan Dev; boys usually take Singh with it, and the Guru's martyrdom is marked each year.
How do you pronounce Arjan?
Arjan is pronounced AR-jun.
Is Arjan a boy or girl name?
Arjan is usually a boy name.