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Aruna

Female

Meaning

Rising sun.

Origin

Sanskrit

Pronunciation

/əˈruːnə/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Aruna, a name with Indian roots, means "bright morning sun". It's a great name for dogs, especially if you have a pup that loves to wake you up at the crack of dawn! It's also a nod to Aruna, the charioteer of the Sun God in Hindu mythology. So, if your dog has a knack for leading you on unexpected adventures, Aruna is a fitting choice. Plus, it's unique and rolls off the tongue easily during a game of fetch. So, if you're tired of the usual "Bella" or "Max", let Aruna shine a light on your pet-naming journey!

Traits associated with the name Aruna:

Aruna has a beautiful sound to it that represents a powerful affection between owner and dog.

Dogs named Aruna tend to be loving, loyal, and strong-willed. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Aruna?

Naming your dog Aruna suggests that you have an appreciation for unique and meaningful names. It could also suggest that you have an appreciation for Indian culture and mythology, as Aruna is a Hindu deity.

Is Aruna a good dog name?

Aruna has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Aruna isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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Naming your dog Aruna is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Aruna was, in the past month, the 3255th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of July 2025, Aruna is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Aruna was viewed 48 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Aruna's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Aruna is most adored in Kentucky, Florida and Michigan.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Aruna.

Aruna is found in these categories:

sanskrit

Means "bright, dawn" in Sanskrit, often associated with sun charioteer.

spiritual

Derived from Hindu mythology, representing the charioteer of the sun god, Surya.

Dog names like Aruna:

Anika

Graceful

Athena

The goddess of war, strategy and wisdom in roman mythology

Amiya

Delight

Ahana

Dawn, immortal

Adila

Righteous, fair.

Atara

Crowned.

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