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UK boy's name

Tarun

A masculine Hindu name meaning rising sun or morning star.

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Tarun is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Tarun popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3688, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 22 births.

This profile covers 321 England and Wales registrations across 27 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. 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.

The latest count is about 23% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 318 living people in the UK are called Tarun. 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 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Tarun ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2007, when 22 boys were registered as Tarun.
  • About 318 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tarun as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3688

2024

Births in 2024

5

Latest year

Peak year

2007

22 births

Estimated living

318

2026

Meaning

What does Tarun mean?

The name Tarun has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that was prevalent in the Indian subcontinent. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "taru," which means "tree" or "plant." It is believed that the name Tarun came into existence during the Vedic period, which dates back to around 1500–500 BCE.

In ancient Hindu scriptures, particularly the Vedas and Upanishads, there are references to the word "taru" being used metaphorically to symbolize strength, growth, and stability. It is possible that the name Tarun was initially given to individuals who embodied these qualities or were associated with nature and the natural world.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tarun can be found in the Mahabharata, a Sanskrit epic that dates back to around the 8th century BCE. In the epic, Tarun is mentioned as the name of a warrior who fought alongside the Pandavas in the great battle of Kurukshetra.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Tarun. One of the most famous was Tarun Ghosh, an Indian freedom fighter and revolutionary who lived from 1876 to 1938. He played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement and was actively involved in the Anushilan Samiti, a revolutionary organization that advocated for the overthrow of British rule in India.

Another renowned Tarun was Tarun Raj Arora, an Indian businessman and philanthropist who lived from 1924 to 2012. He was the founder of the Arora Group of Companies, a conglomerate that operates in various sectors, including hospitality, real estate, and manufacturing. Arora was also known for his philanthropic efforts and contributed significantly to various social causes.

In the field of literature, Tarun Vijay is a prominent figure. Born in 1957, he is an Indian writer, journalist, and former member of parliament. Vijay has authored several books on topics ranging from politics to culture and is widely recognized for his contributions to the literary world.

Tarun Gogoi, an Indian politician who lived from 1936 to 2020, was another notable individual with this name. He served as the Chief Minister of Assam, a state in northeastern India, from 2001 to 2016 and was instrumental in implementing several development initiatives during his tenure.

Lastly, Tarun Chugh is a contemporary Indian politician who has been actively involved in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), a major political party in India. Born in 1975, Chugh has held various positions within the party and has played a significant role in promoting its agenda and policies.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Tarun over time

The chart below shows babies named Tarun registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Tarun, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 22 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Tarun
06111722199620102024

Decades

Tarun by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tarun 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
2020s #3232 17 3
2010s #2304 91 10
2000s #1219 169 10
1990s #1239 44 4

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FAQ

Tarun: questions and answers

How popular is the name Tarun in the UK right now?

In 2024, Tarun was ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.

When was Tarun most popular?

The peak year on record was 2007, with 22 babies registered as Tarun in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Tarun?

A masculine Hindu name meaning rising sun or morning star.

How many people are called Tarun in the UK?

A total of 321 babies have been registered as Tarun across the 27 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.