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Aaron Boy

Popularity: #78 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationAIR-uhn / /ˈɛərən/

Hebrew; English

Meaning

Hebrew: 'mountain of strength'; English: 'exalted'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Aaron has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the name אַהֲרֹן (Aharon), which is believed to mean "high mountain" or "exalted." The name appears in the Hebrew Bible, where Aaron is a prominent figure as the elder brother of Moses and the first high priest of the Israelites. The name was transliterated into Greek as Ἀαρών (Aaron) and subsequently entered Latin as Aaron, which then made its way into Old French before being adopted into Middle English. This linguistic journey reflects the name's enduring significance across various cultures and languages throughout history.

Historically, Aaron is a central character in the Exodus narrative, which is foundational to Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. His role as a spokesperson for Moses and as a leader during the Israelites' exodus from Egypt is well-documented in texts dating back to the 1st millennium BCE. The name gained further prominence through its inclusion in the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Scriptures, and later in the Latin Vulgate. The King James Bible, published in the early 17th century, also contributed to the name's visibility in the English-speaking world, solidifying its biblical associations.

Culturally, Aaron has been associated with priesthood and leadership, symbolizing authority and spiritual guidance. In Jewish tradition, the priestly lineage is often referred to as the "Kohanim," descendants of Aaron, which underscores the name's significance in religious contexts. The name has also been embraced in various forms across different cultures, with diminutives such as "Ari" emerging in some traditions. Overall, Aaron's historical and cultural resonance has ensured its place as a name of enduring legacy, reflecting themes of leadership, spirituality, and familial bonds.

Trend Summary

Aaron has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Aharon
  • Aron

International Variants

  • Aharon (Hebrew)
  • Aron (Scandinavian)
  • Aaron (Spanish)

Famous people named Aaron

Aaron Paul is an actor best known for Breaking Bad, BoJack Horseman, and Need for Speed.

Aaron Sorkin is a screenwriter and director best known for The Social Network, A Few Good Men, and The West Wing.

Aaron Rodgers is a professional football player best known for his time with the Green Bay Packers and winning Super Bowl XLV.

Aaron Eckhart is an actor best known for The Dark Knight, Thank You for Smoking, and Olympus Has Fallen.

Aaron Tveit is an actor and singer best known for Les Misérables, Graceland, and Next to Normal.

Aaron Lewis is a musician best known as the lead vocalist of the band Staind and for his solo country music career.

Aaron Carter is a singer and actor best known for his self-titled debut album, and appearances on reality television.

Aaron Spelling was a television producer best known for creating shows like Beverly Hills, 90210, and Charlie's Angels.

Fictional characters named Aaron

Aaron Hotchner is a fictional character from the TV series Criminal Minds. He is the unit chief of the Behavioral Analysis Unit, known for his leadership and analytical skills.

Aaron Burr is a fictional character from the musical Hamilton. He is portrayed as a complex figure who serves as both a political rival and a key figure in Alexander Hamilton's life.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Aaron was first seen in the United States in 1880. Aaron has ranked as high as #49 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Ohio, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Aaron has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Aaron (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 741
19%
TX 636
16%
FL 393
10%
NY 329
8%
PA 137
3%
IL 126
3%
GA 121
3%
VA 107
3%
AZ 107
3%
OH 97
2%
NC 96
2%
TN 84
2%
WA 76
2%
MD 73
2%
IN 63
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
1880102
188194
188285
1883105
188497
188588
188686
188778
188890
188985
189096
189169
189295
189381
189479
189594
189669
189787
189889
189971
1900104
190180
190278
190393
1904117
190596
190696
1907130
1908114
1909142
1910145
1911187
1912303
1913417
1914485
1915553
1916583
1917596
1918656
1919645
1920668
1921697
1922699
1923618
1924682
1925644
1926593
1927546
1928561
1929469
1930499
1931457
1932514
1933464
1934477
1935460
1936443
1937465
1938477
1939471
1940514
1941562
1942569
1943551
1944506
1945484
1946578
1947681
1948701
1949794
1950798
1951865
1952939
1953900
1954972
19551,099
19561,277
19571,349
19581,402
19591,541
19601,769
19611,887
19622,011
19632,079
19642,381
19652,411
19662,598
19672,911
19683,427
19694,597
19706,583
19718,403
19727,863
19739,231
197410,508
197510,548
197611,345
197711,631
197812,298
197913,075
198013,169
198114,692
198214,407
198314,461
198413,404
198513,138
198612,691
198712,684
198814,409
198915,311
199014,555
199114,242
199214,510
199313,837
199414,385
199513,291
199611,971
199711,170
199810,552
19999,859
20009,561
20019,552
20029,008
20038,874
20048,399
20057,810
20068,309
20078,947
20088,545
20097,983
20107,468
20117,623
20127,543
20137,319
20147,411
20157,176
20167,175
20177,218
20185,994
20195,544
20205,098
20214,851
20224,524
20234,573
20244,225