Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aaron has Hebrew roots, meaning 'exalted' or 'strong'. It evolved from 'Aharon' in Hebrew to 'Aaron' in Latin and then to English. The name is associated with strength and leadership, particularly due to its biblical connection as the brother of Moses and the first high priest. While the name has been used for centuries, it gained significant popularity during the Protestant Reformation. Today, Aaron is a widely recognized name with various variants, reflecting a modern perception of strength and positive traits.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛərən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Aaron is derived from the Hebrew name 'Aharon', which is believed to have origins related to the meaning 'mountain of strength' or 'exalted'.
Meaning
Exalted, strong
Language Evolution
Aharon (Hebrew), Aaron (Latin), Aaron (English)
Biblical Background
Aaron is a significant biblical figure, known as the older brother of Moses and the first high priest of the Israelites.
Historical Usage
The name Aaron gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Protestant Reformation and has remained common in various cultures since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Aharon, Aron, Aaryn, Arron
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Aaron is viewed as a classic name that conveys strength and leadership. It remains popular across various cultures and is often associated with positive traits.
Famous People
Aaron Burr - American politician and lawyer, Aaron Sorkin - American screenwriter and producer, Aaron Paul - American actor, Aaron Rodgers - American football player
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 15,410 peak births in 1989
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Alaska
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 201st of 7545 | 10,663 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 252nd of 6773 | 8,943 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 203rd of 7552 | 24,023 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 42nd of 10718 | 130,598 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 31st of 16616 | 221,988 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 44th of 24088 | 141,203 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 57th of 23106 | 71,108 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4727th of 9107 | 61 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4929th of 9204 | 57 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3807th of 12526 | 194 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1294th of 19264 | 1,387 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1301st of 27321 | 1,913 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3879th of 35406 | 584 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7491st of 30306 | 181 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
19.21% 272nd/1416 |
11.46% 158th/1379 |
7.27% 172nd/2366 |
34.50% 394th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
18.69% 289th/1546 |
13.62% 212th/1556 |
8.71% 205th/2353 |
26.89% 416th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
9.30% 207th/2227 |
8.35% 203rd/2430 |
6.41% 183rd/2853 |
7.24% 201st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
1.19% 35th/2937 |
1.61% 56th/3483 |
1.68% 59th/3518 |
0.69% 28th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
0.76% 28th/3685 |
0.98% 44th/4475 |
0.60% 31st/5194 |
0.46% 29th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
1.11% 51st/4582 |
1.03% 53rd/5164 |
0.62% 45th/7313 |
0.56% 42nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
2.56% 102nd/3984 |
1.20% 54th/4487 |
0.82% 56th/6822 |
0.69% 43rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
38.20% 1122nd/2937 |
56.53% 1969th/3483 |
40.93% 1440th/3518 |
28.41% 1149th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.75% 1207th/3685 |
45.16% 2021st/4475 |
24.66% 1281st/5194 |
23.29% 1471st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
49.13% 3593rd/7313 |
62.05% 4631st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Alaska across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, usage has been too rising for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too rising for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too rising for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 201st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 252nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 203rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 42nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 31st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 44th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 57th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4727th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4929th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3807th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1294th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1301st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3879th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7491st out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.