Aaron
A Hebrew name of unclear origin, sometimes explained as "high mountain" or "exalted" but perhaps borrowed from Egyptian.
Meaning and origin
Aaron comes from the Hebrew name of Moses' older brother in the Old Testament, a founding figure of the priesthood whose line of descendants went on to serve in that role for generations.
How to pronounce Aaron
| English (US) | AIR-ən /ˈɛrən/ |
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