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Boy name

Aaron

Aaron is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “exalted, strong.” It currently ranks #68 for US boys and is steady.

Meaning
Exalted, strong.
Origin
Hebrew
US rank
#56
Syllables
2
Letters
5
Starts with
A

Aaron's popularity over time

→ Steady
#68 in 2023Peak rank #47US SSA · boys
#1#36#71201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Aaron

What does the name Aaron mean?

Aaron means "Exalted, strong." and is of Hebrew origin.

Is Aaron a boy or girl name?

Aaron is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Aaron?

Aaron ranked #68 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been steady (peak rank #47).

How many syllables are in Aaron?

Aaron has 2 syllables and 5 letters.

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