Aarin first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Aarin has been for the last 49 years (from 1976 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Aarin

A name of unknown meaning and origin, perhaps a variant of Aaron.

Popularity of Aarin by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Aarin is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 74% of people named Aarin being male.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 26 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Aarin.

Year Male Count Female Count
2024 26 0
2023 41 0
2022 51 0
2021 59 5
2020 71 0
2019 57 0
2018 47 0
2017 41 0
2016 31 6
2015 27 0
2014 30 6
2013 16 0
2012 26 6
2011 33 0
2010 21 7
2009 19 0
2008 16 9
2007 20 6
2006 12 10
2005 10 0
2004 13 5
2003 9 0
2002 10 8
2001 10 8
2000 6 12
1999 13 8
1998 12 6
1997 16 10
1996 16 11
1995 12 11
1994 9 9
1993 12 8
1992 19 10
1991 12 10
1990 13 10
1989 7 0
1988 5 8
1987 5 8
1986 6 9
1985 0 9
1984 9 8
1983 6 9
1982 5 8
1981 9 8
1980 0 13
1979 0 16
1978 0 8
1977 0 9
1976 6 13

The history of the first name Aarin

The name Aarin is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, which was the classical literary language of ancient India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "Aruna," which means "reddish-brown" or "dawn." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with the reddish hues of the rising sun.

In Hindu mythology, Aruna is the name of the charioteer of the sun god Surya. He is depicted as a personification of the dawn, responsible for ushering in the rising sun each morning. This connection to Hindu mythology and the symbolism of the dawn may have contributed to the name's early significance and popularity in the Indian subcontinent.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aarin can be found in the ancient Hindu text, the Mahabharata, which dates back to around the 8th century BCE. In this epic, there is a character named Arun, which is a variation of the name Aarin. This suggests that the name has been in use for over two millennia.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Aarin or its variations. One of the earliest recorded was Arun Datta (1902-1986), an Indian philosopher and scholar who made significant contributions to the study of Vedanta and Indian philosophy. Another prominent figure was Arun Joshi (1939-1993), an Indian-American novelist and professor, best known for his novels "The Foreigner" and "The Apprentice."

In the realm of sports, Aarin Wright (born 1985) is a former professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and various international leagues. Aarin van der Drift (born 1989) is a Dutch professional footballer who has played for several clubs in the Netherlands and abroad.

Aarin Hartwell (born 1974) is an American actress and singer, known for her roles in television series such as "The Bold and the Beautiful" and "Days of Our Lives." Aarin Crozier (born 1982) is a Canadian singer-songwriter and musician, known for her work in the indie rock and folk genres.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Aarin throughout history, showcasing its diverse cultural and geographical reach.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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