Aarão

Hebrew
"high mountain; exalted, enlightened"

Aarão Origin and Meaning

The name Aarão is a boy's name of Portuguese origin.

Aarão is the Portuguese form of Aaron, a name with ancient Hebrew origins. In Hebrew, Aaron (or Aharon) was the brother of Moses and the first High Priest of the Israelites, making it a name with significant biblical heritage. The meaning is somewhat debated, with interpretations including 'mountain of strength,' 'exalted,' or 'enlightened.' The Portuguese spelling Aarão maintains the name's essence while adapting it to Portuguese phonology and orthography, including the distinctive tilde over the final 'a.' This name is primarily used in Portuguese-speaking countries like Brazil and Portugal. Aarão carries the gravitas of its biblical associations while connecting to Portuguese linguistic heritage. Though less known internationally than the Aaron spelling, Aarão provides cultural specificity and honors Portuguese naming traditions while maintaining its ancient spiritual connections.