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    Baron

    BAIR-un

    English/Germanic
    Boy
    Meaning-based name
    Meaning
    Nobleman; Freeman; Warrior
    Origin
    English/Germanic
    Is it in the Bible?
    No — the name Baron does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Nobleman; Freeman; Warrior", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Baron.
    First appears in
    Does not appear in the King James text
    Peak US usage
    1960s (0.005% of births), currently rising
    Spiritual meaning
    Baron reigns as a king and priest — chosen, royal, called from darkness, the nobleman whose title is bestowed by the King of Heaven.
    Verses on this meaning
    • 1 Peter 2:9

      "But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light."

    • Revelation 5:10

      "And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth."

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