Aron is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #618 in 2010 with 399 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2008 with 427 births ranking #591. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 25.9%. In 2010, approximately 1 in every 4,808 boys born was named Aron. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Aron is a shorter spelling of Aaron and shares the same biblical roots. Like Aaron, its exact meaning is uncertain, though the name's history and origin are clear.
The name has been used in several European languages as a variant of Aaron. Its shorter spelling gives it a neat, modern appearance while keeping the older biblical background.