Aaron
Meaning: High mountain; exalted; strong
Origin: Hebrew — from Aharon (אַהֲרֹן), possibly from a root meaning high, exalted, or mountain
Gender: Boy
Rank in Ireland: #32
Total births: 13,706
History: Aaron gained popularity in Ireland from the 1990s, embraced during the Celtic Tiger years as Irish naming expanded beyond traditional choices. While biblical in origin, it found a comfortable home alongside Gaelic names in Irish families. Aaron became common in both urban Dublin and rural communities across Connacht and Munster. The name's soft vowel sounds echo the musicality that Irish parents have always prized in naming their children.
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| Current rank (2025) | #71 |
| Babies named Aaron in 2025 | 82 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 13,706 |
| Peak year | 1997 (594 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #6 |
| Years in records | 1965–2025 (60 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 26 spots |
Frequently asked about Aaron
What does the name Aaron mean?
Aaron means “High mountain; exalted; strong” from Hebrew — from Aharon (אַהֲרֹן), possibly from a root meaning high, exalted, or mountain roots.
What is the origin of the name Aaron?
Aaron has Hebrew — from Aharon (אַהֲרֹן), possibly from a root meaning high, exalted, or mountain origin. The traditional meaning is “High mountain; exalted; strong”.
How popular is Aaron in Ireland?
Aaron ranked #71 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 82 babies that year.
When was Aaron most popular?
Aaron peaked in 1997 with 594 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Aaron a boy or girl name?
Aaron is predominantly a boys' name in Ireland — over 90% of Aarons in registered births are male.
Is the name Aaron rising or falling in popularity?
Aaron has fallen 26 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #45 in 2020 to #71 in 2025.
How long has Aaron been recorded in Ireland?
Aaron appears in birth records in Ireland across 60 years — from 1965 through 2025.