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Aran

♂ Boy

Pronounced AH-rən /ˈɑ.rən/High

Meaning: From the Aran Islands of Ireland (Irish Árainn, 'kidney-shaped ridge'); also a biblical Aran; a spelling of Arran/AaronLow

In 30 seconds: Windswept islands and ancient roots: Aran evokes Ireland's rugged Aran Islands (and their famous sweaters), a biblical name, and a soft cousin of Aaron. Earthy, Celtic, and serene.
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Origin MediumIrish, Hebrew
MeaningFrom the Aran Islands of Ireland (Irish Árainn, 'kidney-shaped ridge'); also a biblical Aran; a spelling of Arran/Aaron
U.S. rank (2025)#3130 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births38 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 974

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202519692025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Aran derives from the Aran Islands of Ireland — Irish Árainn, thought to mean 'kidney-shaped ridge' — and from Scotland's Isle of Arran; it also matches a minor biblical name (a son of Dishan) and serves as a spelling of Aaron. Multiple gentle roots converge; we present them honestly.

In the U.S. it appears in Irish-heritage and varied families. Rare, island-rooted, and earthy.

Did you know? The Aran Islands off Ireland's west coast gave their name to the cabled Aran sweater — each stitch pattern once said to identify a fisherman's home village.
Overall data confidence 65%
Behind the Name — Aran — etymology

Variations

ArranAaronÁran

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aran mean?

Aran comes from the Aran Islands of Ireland, is a biblical name, and serves as a spelling of Aaron.

How do you pronounce Aran?

It's said AH-rən /ˈɑ.rən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Aran a boy or girl name?

Aran is mainly a boy's name.

How popular is Aran?

Aran is a rare name in the U.S.

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