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Arjun vs Rayan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arjun

Boy #583 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"white, clear, bright"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Hindu Nepali South Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#583
Total SSA Count
489
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Rayan

Boy #580 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gates of paradise"

Origin: Arabic/Islamic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim North African South Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#580
Total SSA Count
491
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arjun Rank #583
Rayan Rank #580

Rayan is more popular, ranked #580 vs #583 for Arjun.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arjun or Rayan more popular?

Rayan is more popular, ranked #580 compared to Arjun at #583 in the United States.

What do Arjun and Rayan mean?

Arjun means "white, clear, bright" (Sanskrit origin). Rayan means "gates of paradise" (Arabic/Islamic origin).

Are Arjun and Rayan boy or girl names?

Arjun is primarily a boy name. Rayan is primarily a boy name.

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