AARON
Aaron (surname)
Aaron is a surname of Hebrew origin derived from the given name Aaron. The name Aaron itself comes from the Hebrew name Aharon, meaning "high mountain" or "exalted". It is one of the oldest Hebrew names recorded in the Bible, associated with Aaron, the brother of Moses.
Origins
The surname Aaron is believed to have been adopted by Jewish families as a way of honouring their ancestral heritage and religious identity. It is common among Jewish communities, particularly of Ashkenazi descent.
Distribution
The surname Aaron is not as prevalent as some other surnames, but it can be found mainly within Jewish communities across the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable Bearers
Notable individuals with the surname Aaron include but are not limited to:
- Bernard Aaron (1921–2007) - A British biotechnologist known for his work on the ribosomal RNA.
- Carolyn Aaron (born 1955) - An English actress best known for her role in the TV series "Kavanagh QC".
- Ted Aaron (1909–2000) - A British professional footballer who played for clubs such as Manchester United and Watford.
Variants
Variants of the surname Aaron may include Aron or Ahran, reflecting the different phonetic interpretations in various regions.
The surname Aaron holds historical significance within the Jewish community and continues to be passed down through generations, symbolising a connection to ancient traditions and lineage.
There are approximately 1,044 people named Aaron in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,124th most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Aaron.
Surname type: From given name or forename
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Christine
- Doreen
- Greta
- Helen
- Jean
- Joanne
- Melanie
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Pauline
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Susan
- Valerie