Harun
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Superior
- Origin
- Arabic
Harun Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 982 baby boys have been named Harun. The name peaked in 2022 with 63 US births that year (rank #2276). In 2024, ranked #2341 nationally — 65 places below its 2022 peak.
Top States for Harun
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Harun births are: Minnesota (87), New York (30), California (14).
Other Arabic-Origin Names Like Harun
If you like Harun's Arabic origin, consider these related names: Aaleyah, Aaliyah, Aban, Abbas, Abbud. Browse all Arabic names →
5-Letter Names Starting with H
Names with Harun's exact length and starting letter: Haani, Habib, Hadad, Hadar, Haden.
Quick Facts About Harun
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haroun | Arabic Form Of Aaron, "Superior, Exalted." | Male | Arabic |
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Compare Harun to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Harun against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).