Aaron
Aaron (name) means a male given name, from the biblical figure who was the brother of Moses. Example: “Aaron was named after his grandfather.”
How to Use Aaron
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA common English first name with biblical origins.
Word Forms
Aarons plural, Aarons plural
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_____ was named after his grandfather.
Etymology
From Hebrew אַהֲרֹן (ʾAhărōn) via Greek and Latin; the original meaning is uncertain, though it has been linked to ideas like "exalted" or "mountain of strength".
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What does “Aaron” mean?
The word “Aaron” means a male given name, from the biblical figure who was the brother of Moses. In plain terms, a common English first name with biblical origins.
How do you pronounce “Aaron”?
“Aaron” is pronounced A-ruhn (/ˈɛəɹ.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Aaron” in a sentence?
Here is “Aaron” used in a sentence: “Aaron was named after his grandfather.”
What part of speech is “Aaron”?
“Aaron” is a name.
Where does the word “Aaron” come from?
The word “Aaron” comes from Latin. From Hebrew אַהֲרֹן (ʾAhărōn) via Greek and Latin; the original meaning is uncertain, though it has been linked to ideas like "exalted" or "mountain of strength".
Is “Aaron” a common word?
“Aaron” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Is Aaron a boy's name or a girl's name?
Aaron is traditionally a male given name. It is most familiar from the biblical figure Aaron, who was the brother of Moses.
What is the difference between the spellings 'Aaron' and 'Arron'?
'Aaron' is the standard and far more common spelling, with a double A at the start, while 'Arron' is a less common variant that doubles the R instead. Both are used as male given names.
Who was Aaron in the Bible?
In the Bible, Aaron was the older brother of Moses. The given name Aaron takes its origin from this figure.
How do you write the possessive of 'Aaron'?
The possessive is formed by adding an apostrophe and s, giving 'Aaron's', as in 'Aaron's car'. Because the name does not end in s, you do not use an apostrophe on its own.
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