Harun

Meaning & origin

The male first name Harun originates from Arabic and means "the enlightened" or "the radiant". It is also a variant of the biblical name Aaron, which means "the mountain of strength" in Hebrew. The name is primarily widespread in the Islamic cultural sphere and has a long tradition in the Arab world. In Islamic tradition, Harun is the name of the brother of Moses, who is considered a prophet and leader of the people of Israel.

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Famous people with the first name Harun

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