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Aron

Boy name · 150 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Aron: 150 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 11 births in 2018.

Of Hebrew origin (Aharon), Aron means "high mountain" or "exalted," though some scholars link it to the Egyptian "aha rw" ("warrior lion"). In the Bible, Aaron was Moses’ older brother and the first high priest of Israel. The name’s most famous modern bearer was Swedish diplomat Raoul Wallenberg, a celebrated humanitarian who saved thousands of Jews during World War II. Aron also connects to several places: Arona in Italy and Switzerland, and Arões in Portugal share the root. While often viewed as a direct variant of Aaron, Aron holds its own identity in Scotland, where it has appeared steadily since the 1970s—though never quite as popular as the double-'a' spelling, it carries a brisker, more streamlined feel that appeals to parents seeking a classic without the fuss.