"mountain of strength; exalted"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Aaron
Pronunciation: [ EHR-uhn ]
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The Story of Aaron
Aaron is an ancient Hebrew name, most likely derived from a root meaning 'mountain of strength' or 'exalted.' In the Hebrew Bible, Aaron is the brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel — a figure of enormous religious importance in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The name has been in continuous use across all three Abrahamic faiths for millennia.
Aaron has been a top-100 American name for decades, with peak popularity in the 1970s-80s. Its steady consistency comes from its universal appeal: it's biblical but not heavy, traditional but not stuffy. Notable sports figures like Aaron Rodgers and Aaron Judge keep the name visible.
Aaron holds profound significance in Judaism as the founder of the priestly class (Kohanim). In Islam, Harun (the Arabic form) is regarded as a prophet. The name transcends religious boundaries and is widely used in secular contexts worldwide.
Historical Record
Aaron first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 586,166 babies have been named Aaron in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aaron is past its peak , currently ranked #79 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Aaron is one of the few Old Testament names used across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
- In the Hebrew Bible, Aaron's rod miraculously blossomed with almonds
- Hamilton the musical features Aaron Burr as its antihero, one of history's most famous Aarons
Aaron in Other Languages
Arabic
هارون (Harun)
French
Aaron
German
Aaron
Hebrew
אַהֲרֹן (Aharon)
Italian
Aronne
Spanish
Aarón
Popularity Over Time
#79
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 1994
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Aaron
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Aaron Rodgers
Athlete
1983
NFL quarterback and Super Bowl champion, considered one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time
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Aaron Copland
Musician
1900
American composer known for Appalachian Spring and Fanfare for the Common Man
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Aaron Burr
Politician
1756
Third Vice President of the United States, famously dueled and killed Alexander Hamilton in 1804
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Aaron (Bible)
Religious
Brother of Moses and first High Priest of Israel in the Hebrew Bible and Old Testament
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #79
- Total SSA Count
- 4,225
- Cultural Origins
- English Hebrew Arabic American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aaron
What does the name Aaron mean?
"mountain of strength; exalted" (from Hebrew). "high mountain" (from Hebrew (aharon)). "teacher, messenger" (from Egyptian). "high, elevated" (from Ancient Egyptian). Aaron is an ancient Hebrew name, most likely derived from a root meaning 'mountain of strength' or 'exalted.' In the Hebrew Bible, Aaron is the brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel — a figure of enormous religious importance in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The name has been in continuous use across all three Abrahamic faiths for millennia.
What is the origin of the name Aaron?
Aaron has Hebrew, Hebrew (aharon), Egyptian, Ancient Egyptian, English, Arabic, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "mountain of strength; exalted". In Hebrew (aharon), it means "high mountain". In Egyptian, it means "teacher, messenger". In Ancient Egyptian, it means "high, elevated".
Is Aaron a boy or girl name?
Aaron is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #79. As a girl name, it is ranked #23993. Aaron is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Aaron?
Aaron is pronounced EHR-uhn.
How popular is the name Aaron?
Aaron is currently ranked #79 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Aaron?
Common nicknames for Aaron include Ron and Ronnie.
What are good middle names for Aaron?
Popular middle name pairings include Aaron James, Aaron Michael, Aaron David, Aaron Thomas, Aaron Cole, Aaron Blake, and Aaron Grant.
What are good sibling names for Aaron?
Names that pair well with Aaron as siblings include Noah, Eli, Caleb, Hannah, Naomi, Miriam, and Seth.
How many syllables does Aaron have?
Aaron has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Aaron a common or rare name?
Aaron is a very popular name, ranked #79 among boy names in the United States.
About the Name Aaron
Aaron is a boy name with English, Hebrew, Arabic, and American origins . The name means "mountain of strength; exalted" in Hebrew .
Is Aaron a boy or girl name? Aaron is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #79 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #23,993. Aaron is more commonly used as a boy name.
Aaron is currently ranked #79 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Aaron has 2 syllables and is pronounced EHR-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Aaron include Ron and Ronnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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