Haroon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Haroon has Arabic origins, derived from Harun, which is linked to the biblical figure Aaron. It means 'exalted' or 'high mountain' and has evolved through several languages. The name has a significant biblical relevance as it is associated with a key figure in the scriptures. Haroon has gained popularity in Islamic cultures and is viewed positively in modern contexts. Notable people with this name include Haroon Rashid and Haroon Lorgat.
The name Haroon is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Haroon has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Haroon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4624th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3425th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2162nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Haroon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Haroon"
Pronunciation
/hɑːˈruːn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Haroon is derived from the Arabic name Harun, which is associated with the biblical Aaron. It is often interpreted as 'high mountain' or 'exalted'.
Meaning
exalted, high mountain
Language Evolution
Harun (Arabic), Aaron (Hebrew), Haroon (Urdu, Persian)
Biblical Background
The name Haroon is the Arabic equivalent of Aaron, who was the brother of Moses in the Bible.
Historical Usage
Haroon gained popularity in Islamic cultures due to its connection to the Quran and its use in various historical contexts, particularly during the Islamic Golden Age.
Variants & Derivatives
Harun, Aaron, Aharon
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Haroon is perceived positively and is common in various cultures, particularly in Muslim communities.
Famous People
Haroon Rashid, a prominent Islamic scholar, Haroon Lorgat, a South African cricket administrator
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Haroon"
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 of "Haroon"
"Haroon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4624th of 16616 | 162 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3425th of 24088 | 451 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2162nd of 23106 | 786 |
Regional Popularity of "Haroon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
53.68% 2402nd/4475 |
- |
50.70% 3203rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.90% 2378th/4582 |
43.94% 2269th/5164 |
54.75% 4004th/7313 |
37.52% 2800th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
40.04% 1595th/3984 |
33.83% 1518th/4487 |
33.19% 2264th/6822 |
34.59% 2171st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Haroon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Haroon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Haroon" 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.