Aharon Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-HA-ron / /aˈha.ʁon/Hebrew
Meaning
Exalted; high
Historical & Cultural Background
Aharon is a Hebrew name that has biblical roots, being the name of the older brother of Moses in the Hebrew Bible. He is considered the first high priest of the Israelites. The name has been used in Jewish culture for centuries and remains popular in various forms. It is often associated with leadership and religious significance.
Trend Summary
Aharon has seen consistent use in Jewish communities, with variations like Aaron being more popular in broader contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aaron
- Aharon
International Variants
- Aarón (Spanish)
- Harun (Arabic)
- Aarón (Portuguese)
Famous people named Aharon
Aharon Appelfeld was an Israeli author known for his novels about the Holocaust and Jewish identity.
Aharon Barak is a former President of the Supreme Court of Israel and a prominent legal scholar.
Aharon Katzir was an Israeli scientist and a member of the Israeli Academy of Sciences.
Aharon Shabtai is an Israeli poet recognized for his contributions to Hebrew literature.
Fictional characters named Aharon
Aharon is a character in the biblical narrative, serving as the spokesperson for Moses.
Aharon is featured in various retellings of the Exodus story, often depicted as a wise and supportive brother.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aharon was first seen in the United States in 1959. Aharon has ranked as high as #1269 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Maryland, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Aharon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aharon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 30 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1982 | 25 |
| 1983 | 30 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 36 |
| 1989 | 40 |
| 1990 | 53 |
| 1991 | 46 |
| 1992 | 47 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 35 |
| 1995 | 41 |
| 1996 | 32 |
| 1997 | 43 |
| 1998 | 54 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 42 |
| 2001 | 51 |
| 2002 | 59 |
| 2003 | 57 |
| 2004 | 51 |
| 2005 | 45 |
| 2006 | 59 |
| 2007 | 58 |
| 2008 | 48 |
| 2009 | 71 |
| 2010 | 58 |
| 2011 | 70 |
| 2012 | 53 |
| 2013 | 59 |
| 2014 | 65 |
| 2015 | 85 |
| 2016 | 79 |
| 2017 | 67 |
| 2018 | 89 |
| 2019 | 72 |
| 2020 | 77 |
| 2021 | 94 |
| 2022 | 90 |
| 2023 | 82 |
| 2024 | 87 |