Harun
Harun is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Exalted, elevated, or high mountain.
Origin and history
Harun is an Arabic name directly related to the Biblical Aaron. It holds significant importance in Islamic tradition as the name of the Prophet Harun, brother of Musa (Moses). In the United States, it is a relatively rare male name that has seen steady usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,030 babies in the United States have been named Harun since 1880. It ranks #3653 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1595.
States where it is most popular
- MN (48.5 %)
- NY (18.6 %)
- TX (12.3 %)
- CA (6.9 %)
- OH (4.4 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 37 |
| 1980-1990 | 6 |
| 1990-2000 | 57 |
| 2000-2010 | 199 |
| 2010-2019 | 393 |
| 2020-2029 | 332 |
Famous people named Harun
- Harun Yahya: author
Fun facts
- Harun is honored as a prophet and the articulate spokesperson and brother of Musa (Moses) in Islam.
- Harun al-Rashid was the famous fifth Abbasid Caliph who ruled during the Islamic Golden Age.