Varun
boy name#5861 in 2025Varun entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #1090 in 2004, ranks #5861 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
#5861
rank today
#1090
peak (2004)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #3193 |
| 1990s | #1734 |
| 2000s | #1337 |
| 2010s | #2384 |
| 2020s | #4637 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Varun has been most popular in CA, TX, NJ.
Living bearers
About 2,600 people named Varun are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Varun alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Varun in 2025?
- Varun ranks #5861 among US boy names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Varun most popular?
- Varun peaked in 2004, reaching #1090 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Varun with classmates?
- Varun will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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