Aran
Aran is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
From the Aran Islands; island.
Origin and history
Aran is a name of Irish origin, derived from the Aran Islands off the western coast of Ireland. It is also found in Persian contexts meaning 'ornament' or 'decorated'. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
974 babies in the United States have been named Aran since 1880. It ranks #3708 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1748.
States where it is most popular
- CA (69.5 %)
- TX (19.9 %)
- NY (10.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 9 |
| 1970-1980 | 117 |
| 1980-1990 | 95 |
| 1990-2000 | 98 |
| 2000-2010 | 207 |
| 2010-2019 | 269 |
| 2020-2029 | 179 |
Fun facts
- The name directly references the Aran Islands in Galway Bay, Ireland.
- In addition to its Gaelic roots, Aran exists as a given name in Persian and Kurdish cultures.