Haroon
Haroon is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Exalted, high mountain, or messenger.
Origin and history
Haroon is an Arabic form of the classical name Aaron, which carries deep historical and biblical roots. In Islamic tradition, Haroon is recognized as a prophet and the brother of Musa (Moses). In the U.S., it is a steady name choice used primarily within Muslim communities.
Popularity in the United States
1,511 babies in the United States have been named Haroon since 1880. It ranks #3228 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1462.
States where it is most popular
- NY (27.2 %)
- CA (24.1 %)
- TX (15.3 %)
- IL (14.7 %)
- VA (6.6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 15 |
| 1980-1990 | 78 |
| 1990-2000 | 143 |
| 2000-2010 | 289 |
| 2010-2019 | 513 |
| 2020-2029 | 473 |
Famous people named Haroon
- Haroon: Singer, Musician
Fun facts
- Haroon is the direct Arabic linguistic counterpart to the Hebrew name Aaron.
- Haroon is celebrated as an eloquent speaker and prophet in the Quran.