UK boy's name
Arunas
Lithuanian name derived from "arunas" meaning "dawn" or "sunrise".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Arunas is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Arunas popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3830, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2011 to 2011. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Arunas is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Arunas. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Arunas ranked #3830 for boys in England and Wales in 2011, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 4 boys were registered as Arunas.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Arunas as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3830
2011
Births in 2011
4
Latest year
Peak year
2011
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Arunas mean?
The name Arunas originates from the Lithuanian language and culture, with its roots dating back to ancient pagan times. It is derived from the Lithuanian word "arunas," which means "ploughman" or "ploughman's son." This suggests that the name was initially associated with agricultural communities and rural lifestyles in Lithuania.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Arunas can be found in the Lithuanian Chronicles, which date back to the 13th century. These chronicles mention Arunas as the name of a prominent Lithuanian nobleman and military leader who played a significant role in defending the Grand Duchy of Lithuania against the Teutonic Knights.
In Lithuanian mythology, Arunas is also the name of a deity associated with the spring season, fertility, and the renewal of life. This connection to nature and agricultural cycles further reinforces the name's agrarian roots and its deep-rooted ties to the Lithuanian cultural heritage.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Arunas. One of the most famous was Arunas Žiugžda (1924-2017), a renowned Lithuanian actor and theatre director who played a pivotal role in shaping the country's cultural landscape during the Soviet era and after its independence.
Another prominent figure was Arunas Bukauskas (1942-2016), a Lithuanian politician and diplomat who served as the first Minister of Foreign Affairs of independent Lithuania from 1991 to 1992, playing a crucial role in establishing the country's diplomatic relations with other nations.
In the realm of sports, Arunas Vasiliauskas (born 1951) is a former Lithuanian basketball player who competed in the 1976 and 1980 Summer Olympics and later served as the head coach of the Lithuanian national team.
Arunas Gelūnas (born 1966) is a Lithuanian author and journalist known for his works exploring themes of identity, memory, and the complexities of modern Lithuanian society.
Arunas Žilys (born 1959) is a Lithuanian film director and screenwriter who has gained international recognition for his thought-provoking and visually stunning films, many of which explore themes of Lithuanian history and culture.
While the name Arunas has its roots in ancient Lithuanian traditions and mythology, it continues to be a popular choice among Lithuanian families, carrying with it a sense of cultural pride and a connection to the country's rich heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Arunas by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Arunas was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #3830 | 4 | 1 |
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- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Arunas: questions and answers
How popular is the name Arunas in the UK right now?
In 2011, Arunas was ranked #3830 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Arunas most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 4 babies registered as Arunas in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Arunas?
Lithuanian name derived from "arunas" meaning "dawn" or "sunrise".
How many people are called Arunas in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Arunas across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.