Haarun
Haarun is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of Prophet Harun (Aaron)”.
| Meaning | Name of Prophet Harun (Aaron) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic form of Hebrew Aaron |
| Arabic spelling | هارون |
| Pronunciation | hah-ROON |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Haarun
Haarun is a spelling of Hārūn, the brother of the Prophet Mūsā, whom God made a prophet to support him. Mūsā asked for Hārūn because he was more eloquent in speech. The name is of Hebrew origin and its meaning is uncertain. Its most famous later bearer is the Abbasid caliph Hārūn al-Rashīd.
Is Haarun a Muslim name?
Yes. Haarun is a Muslim name, the name of Prophet Harun, brother of Prophet Musa, mentioned many times in the Quran.
Is Haarun in the Quran?
Musa prays: 'And appoint for me a helper from my family, Harun, my brother' (Quran 20:29–30).
Where is the name Haarun used?
Used across the Muslim world; Haroon in South Asia, Harun in Turkey, Malaysia and Indonesia.
Gifts with the name Haarun
- Haarun name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Haarun
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haarun mean?
Haarun means 'Name of Prophet Harun (Aaron)'. It comes from Arabic form of Hebrew Aaron.
Is Haarun a Muslim name?
Yes. Haarun is a Muslim name, the name of Prophet Harun, brother of Prophet Musa, mentioned many times in the Quran.
How do you write Haarun in Arabic?
Haarun is written هارون in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Haarun?
Haarun is pronounced hah-ROON.
Is Haarun mentioned in the Quran?
Musa prays: 'And appoint for me a helper from my family, Harun, my brother' (Quran 20:29–30).