Rising since 1985, #1,778 for boys today.
Popularity of Haroon since 1976
Babies named Haroon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 78 |
| 1990s | 143 |
| 2000s | 289 |
| 2010s | 513 |
| 2020s | 473 |
Meaning & origin
Haroon is an Arabic name with deep religious roots, ranking 1778th in the U.S. in 2025 with a 1-in-18979 occurrence rate. Its popularity has been rising since 1985, reaching its peak in 2025. The name is especially concentrated in Virginia, Illinois, and New Jersey. As the Arabic form of the prophet Aaron, Haroon carries a sense of dignity and heritage, appealing to families valuing tradition and faith.
Haroon is the Arabic form of the Hebrew name Aharon (Aaron), derived from a root meaning 'high mountain' or 'exalted.' In Islamic tradition, Haroon (Aaron) is a prophet and the brother of Musa (Moses). The name has been borne across the Arabic-speaking world for centuries and is widely used among Muslim families globally.
Where Haroon is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Haroon” around the world
Where Haroon lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hari, Roon, Harry
Sibling names for Haroon
Names that share Haroon's style, for a brother or sister.
