What does the name Aaron mean?

The name Aaron means "Exalted, high mountain".

What is the origin of the name Aaron?

Aaron is a name of Hebrew origin.

In 2023, 4,225 babies were named Aaron in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Aaron is traditionally used as a boy's name.

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Births Last Year: 4,225 ↘

All-Time Total: 607,580

Peak Year: 1989

Aaron is a Hebrew name meaning "high mountain" or "exalted." It is derived from the Hebrew name Aharon.

Boy names closely related to Aaron

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Girl names closely related to Aaron

Mia Ariana Emily Alyssa Gianna Juliette Samara Sofia

Names with similar meaning to Aaron

Aharon Aron Arron

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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