Aaron vs Myles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aaron

Boy #79 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"high mountain"

Origin: Hebrew (aharon)

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew Arabic American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#79
Total SSA Count
4,225
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Myles

Boy #99 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Latin (miles, soldier)

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#99
Total SSA Count
3,551
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Aaron Rank #79
Myles Rank #99

Aaron is more popular, ranked #79 vs #99 for Myles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aaron or Myles more popular?

Aaron is more popular, ranked #79 compared to Myles at #99 in the United States.

What do Aaron and Myles mean?

Aaron means "high mountain" (Hebrew (aharon) origin). Myles means "soldier, merciful" (Latin (miles, soldier) origin).

Are Aaron and Myles boy or girl names?

Aaron is primarily a boy name. Myles is primarily a boy name.

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