Haroun
Meaningform of Aaron · Arabic
Haroun is an Arabic boy name meaning “form of Aaron”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Word funHaroun doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
- GenerationHaroun is having its moment right now. Most Harouns are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Haroun would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 81,301 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryHaroun first shows up in US birth records in 1988, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 37 years since.
US births per million boys, 1988–2025
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About the name Haroun
Haroun is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “form of Aaron”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It has been around for generations, yet it's never been more loved than it is today. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
More Arabic boy names
- Boy name: Caleb · dog, faithful
- Boy name: Silas · of the forest
- Boy name: Aaron · possibly exalted
- Boy name: Amir · prince, commander
- Boy name: Xavier · new house
- Boy name: Jasper · treasurer
- Boy name: Muhammad · praised
- Boy name: Omar · flourishing, long-lived
Questions about the name Haroun
What does the name Haroun mean?
Haroun means “form of Aaron” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Harun (“form of Aaron”).
What is the origin of the name Haroun?
Haroun is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).
Is Haroun a boy or girl name?
Haroun is a boy name. In 2025, 21 US boys were named Haroun.
How popular is the name Haroun?
Haroun ranked #4,707 for US boys in 2025, given to 21 babies. Its best year was 2023, when it reached #3,883. Over the last five years it has climbed 528 places.
What names are similar to Haroun?
If you like Haroun, you might also like Harun.
What should I know before naming my baby Haroun?
Haroun is an Arabic boy name meaning “form of Aaron”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.