Aaron: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
High mountain or exalted, a name of priestly dignity and quiet strength.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #71
- Peak
- #28 in 1994
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Aaron Means
Aaron is a boy name of Hebrew origin. High mountain or exalted, a name of priestly dignity and quiet strength.
How Popular Aaron Is
Aaron currently ranks #71 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #28 in 1994. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Aaron
- Aaron was the brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel.
- Aaron Burr was the third Vice President of the United States.
- Hank Aaron holds one of baseball's most revered records.
Names Like Aaron
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Aaron
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Aaron.
Questions About Aaron
What does Aaron mean?
Aaron is a boy name of Hebrew origin. High mountain or exalted, a name of priestly dignity and quiet strength.
How popular is Aaron?
Aaron currently ranks #71 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #28 in 1994. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Aaron come from?
Aaron comes from Hebrew roots. Aaron was the brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel.
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