Tarun is a gender-neutral given name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'song' or 'melody'. It is popular among various cultures, notably Indian and Nepali. The name Tarun has been used throughout history, with notable bearers including Indian film actors like Tarun Shukla and Tarun Khanna, and Nepali politician Tarun Jung Bahadur Thapa.
"Tarun saw peak popularity with 63 births recorded in 2007, after which its usage declined significantly."