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Name Origin

Harun is an Arabic masculine given name meaning 'exalted' or 'high.' It is closely associated with the Prophet Aaron (Harun) in Islam, who was the brother of Moses.

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Famous People

Harun al-Rashid (763-809)

Caliph of the Abbasid Caliphate

  • Golden Age of Islamic civilization
  • Patron of scholars and artists
  • Known for his justice and wisdom

Harun Yahya (1956-)

Islamic creationist writer

  • Prolific author of books promoting creationism and intelligent design
  • Founded the publishing house Vural Yayınları