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Aron
BoyHebrew· “variant of Aaron”
- Meaning
- variant of Aaron (origin disputed)
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- AIR-un
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #711
- US babies 2025
- 377
- Best rank
- #458 (1978)
- Peak year
- 2008
Meaning and origin of Aron
Aron is often said to mean “variant of Aaron”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Hebrew roots.
Aron is a spelling of Aaron, the name of the elder brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel in the Bible. The meaning of Aaron is uncertain; it is often explained as "exalted" or "high mountain," while some scholars suggest an Egyptian origin. Aron is the usual spelling in several European languages, including Swedish, Hungarian and Polish, and it is common in Jewish communities. The name has a strong, simple sound and a long history. It is easy to pronounce and pairs well with many surnames.
Other spellings with the same sound: Aaron, Ehren, Aran.
Popularity over time
Aron has been given to babies in the United States since at least 1880, the first year of Social Security records. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 135 different years. Its best national rank was #458 in 1978, and the most babies received it in 2008, when 427 were named Aron. In 2025, 377 babies were named Aron, and it ranked #711 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #715 in 1920, #1,273 in 1950, #512 in 1980, #596 in 2000, #618 in 2010, and #711 in 2025. Of the 21,235 US boys named Aron since records began, 17% were born in the 2000s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 3,323 babies. Since 2010, 5,452 more have been named Aron.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Jaeden, Kole, Davin, Jefferson, and Bradyn.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Aron ranked highest in New York, New Jersey, and Colorado.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New York | #113 | 157 |
| New Jersey | #335 | 25 |
| Colorado | #540 | 10 |
| Virginia | #633 | 11 |
| South Carolina | #747 | 5 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Aron is usually pronounced AIR-un, with two syllables. It has four letters, starts with A and ends in “-on”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Aaron, Ehren, and Aran.
Middle names for Aron
A few middle names that flow with Aron: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Aron
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aron mean?
Aron is often said to mean “variant of Aaron”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Aron?
Aron has Hebrew roots. Aron is a spelling of Aaron, the name of the elder brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel in the Bible.
Is Aron a popular name?
Yes. Aron ranked #711 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Aron a boy or girl name?
Aron is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Aron?
Aron is usually pronounced AIR-un. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings