arjen

Arjen is a masculine given name of Dutch origin, used primarily in the Netherlands and in Dutch-speaking communities in Belgium. It is one of several variants of Dutch names such as Arjan and Arend, and is typically given to boys.

Etymology and variants are not consistently documented, but Arjen is generally considered related to other Germanic-derived names. Some sources link it to names that share a root with Arend, which is associated with the element meaning “eagle,” though precise derivation varies and is not universally agreedupon. The name is primarily used in the Netherlands and among Dutch-speaking populations.

Notable people named Arjen include the Dutch footballer Arjen Robben, the musician Arjen Anthony Lucassen, and the comedian and writer Arjen Lubach. These individuals illustrate the name’s presence across sports, music, and media in Dutch culture.

In contemporary usage, Arjen remains a recognizable and fairly common Dutch given name. It is sometimes encountered in other European countries through Dutch expatriates or cultural exchange, but its strongest association remains with the Netherlands.