US Popularity Rank: 7152

Origin: Scottish

Meaning: Mountain of strength; Peaked island

Aran is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, a variation of the biblical name Aaron, meaning “mountain of strength.” If you wish to equip baby with the courage to take on the world, this handsome title is a winner. In the Qur'an, Torah, and Christian Bible, Aaron was the elder brother of Moses, a prophet, and a priest. Aran also comes steeped in Irish and Scottish origins. Aran is a variation of the Scottish name Arran, meaning “peaked island.” The Aran Islands are a trio of small islands off the coast of Galway, Ireland. Whether you’re welcoming baby to your religion or nodding to your ancestry, there’s no denying the charm Aran exudes.