Aragorn

“the 'renowned king'”

Fictional (Tolkien's Middle-ea origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6241US 2023

14Births / yr

↑Rising

76All-time births

📅 Since 197000

How to pronounce Aragorn

AH·RAG·AWRN

/ˈɑ.ˈræɡ.ˈɔrn/ · stress on AH · 4 syllables

“the 'renowned king'”

Fictional (Tolkien's Middle-ea origin · Boy name

What does Aragorn mean and where does it come from?

Aragorn is a fictional character from J.R.R. Tolkien's works, most notably 'The Lord of the Rings'. In Sindarin, one of the Elvish languages created by Tolkien, the name translates to 'renowned king'. He is depicted as a noble ranger who becomes king and uniter. The name has gained popularity due to

Cultural significance

Aragorn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Fictional (Tolkien's Middle-ea-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the 'renowned king'.

Peak popularity

Reached #5303 in 1970 — currently #6241 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Aragorn?

Aragorn works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Aragorn Grace

How popular is Aragorn right now?

Rising fast — up 2644 spots — currently #6241 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#6241 · Top 4.6%

1970

2005

2020

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6241	14	▲ up 2644 · +75% births
2021	#8885	8	▲ up 1926 · +33% births
2020	#10811	6	▼ down 2969 · -33% births
2005	#7842	9	▼ down 2539 · +80% births
1970	#5303	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Aragorn

Best Year1970Rank #5303

Peak Count14

Average Rank#7816

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1970 - 20235 years

The story of Aragorn

Aragorn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 76 total births recorded, Aragorn remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5303 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6241 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Aragorn in 1970:

Michael James David John Robert

Aragorn by decade

Aragorn peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	5
2000s ★	33
2010s	27
2020s	6

💎Aragorn has only 76 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Aragorn?

Common

AraArArieAryAgorn

What names sound and feel like Aragorn?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Aragorn also consider these

Arathorn

Arabic · A Arabic name

Aragon

Spanish · Spanish

Aragons

Arabic · A Arabic name

Arragon

Arabic · A Arabic name

Shaborn

English · To lead; to

Claborn

American · English

Rayborn

English · Born during the

Lavorn

American · A unique spelling

Common questions about the name Aragorn

What does the name Aragorn mean?

Aragorn means "the 'renowned king'" — a name rooted in Fictional (Tolkien's Middle-ea tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Aragorn?

Aragorn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Aragorn have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Aragorn?

Aragorn originates from Fictional (Tolkien's Middle-ea tradition. Fictional (Tolkien's Middle-ea names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Aragorn?

Aragorn is a four-syllable name pronounced AA1 R AE1 G AO1 R N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Aragorn?

Aragorn pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Fictional (Tolkien's Middle-ea heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.