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Aaron

The name Aaron is of Hebrew origin and commonly means 'mountain of strength', 'exalted', or 'high mountain'. In the Hebrew Bible, Aaron is the older brother of Moses and a prophet in his own right, often associated with eloquence and leadership. The name has significant religious and cultural importance in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.

IPA: /ˈeɪ.ɹən/ · Simplified: AY-run

Male
Hebrew
Jewish
Middle East
strong
reliable
timeless
charismatic

65/100

Popularity

Stable

10-Year Trend

6

Countries

2015

Peak Year

Meaning of Aaron

Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.

The name Aaron is of Hebrew origin and commonly means 'mountain of strength', 'exalted', or 'high mountain'. In the Hebrew Bible, Aaron is the older brother of Moses and a prophet in his own right, often associated with eloquence and leadership. The name has significant religious and cultural importance in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.

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How to pronounce Aaron

IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.

IPA: /ˈeɪ.ɹən/ · Simplified: AY-run

Nicknames for Aaron

Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.

Ron
Ari
Rony
Aero

Aaron name popularity

Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.

20152016201720182019202020212022202320240255075100

Popular in Countries

Top countries where this name is most common.

70

United States

67

Australia

65

United Kingdom

64

Ireland

63

Canada

60

Israel

International Forms

How this name appears across different languages and cultures.

Aharon

Aron

Haroun

Arron

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Personality

Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.

People named Aaron are often perceived as strong and reliable, reflecting the name's meaning of 'exalted' or 'mountain of strength'. They are typically seen as charismatic and capable leaders, with a natural ability to communicate effectively. Aarons are often thought to be compassionate and understanding, capable of showing great empathy in their personal relationships.

Name Day

Traditional celebration date for this name.

Not traditionally celebrated

Famous people named Aaron

Well-known figures who share this name.

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Aaron Copland

American composer known for his contributions to classical music, 1900-1990

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Aaron Paul

American actor best known for his role in 'Breaking Bad', born 1979

Frequently asked questions about Aaron

Quick answers on meaning, gender, popularity, and nicknames.

What does Aaron mean?
Here is the meaning behind Aaron: The name Aaron is of Hebrew origin and commonly means 'mountain of strength', 'exalted', or 'high mountain'. In the Hebrew Bible, Aaron is the older brother of Moses and a prophet in his own right, often associated with eloquence and leadership. The name has significant religious and cultural importance in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.
Is Aaron a boy or girl name?
Aaron is traditionally a boy's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.
How popular is Aaron?
Aaron scores 65/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2015.
What are good nicknames for Aaron?
Popular nicknames for Aaron: Ron, Ari, Rony, Aero.
What names are similar to Aaron?
Names similar to Aaron: Ethan, Caleb, Joshua, Elijah — close in sound, origin, or style.

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