Baraka name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 10th, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: African-Swahili
Usage: Arabic, Arabic and Swahili
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Baraka b(a)-ra-ka
Meaning: A Blessing and White
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What does Baraka mean?

Baraka means A Blessing or White has its origin in African-Swahili is a gender-neutral name is mostly used in Arabic and Swahili.

How do I pronounce Baraka?

Three syllabled Baraka is pronounced as b(a)-ra-ka.

Variants of Baraka

Baracka

Names that rhyme with Baraka

How popular is the name Baraka?

Baraka is an uncommon baby name in United States, even after 30 years of presence it could not make beyond the top 3000. Over 279 babies in United States have been named Baraka.

It also recently appeared in France baby boy names chart. Baraka is a rare baby name in England and Wales there is very thin chances of it still being given as it was last seen in 2010.

However things change on global perspective, Baraka is extremely popular in Tanzania where every 1 in 300 have the name. Also the baby name is popular in Niger, Kenya, Nigeria and DR Congo.

At least, 290000 people globally have carried Baraka as their given name according to our research.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018630813
2017471220
2016550816
2015597814
201496167164685
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Baraka in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands5555
Sweden182628
Norway111324
Denmark1020

Here's what numbers has to say about Baraka

Change your attitude to change your life for the better. You are a blessed person even if you don't know it yet. You take calculated risks but sometimes you let spontaneity surprise you. What fulfills your soul is your professional success. Our advice to you "Fake it until you make it." Instead of exploring and searching for something the whole time, try to enjoy life. You love to change and can't stand constancy and monotony.

Other names similar to Baraka

  •  Jakobe - Jakobe's meaning is Holder of the Heel or Supplanter used for both boys and girls, used specifically in Danish and Finnish is originated from Hebrew and African-Swahili
  •  Inaya - Illustrous Inaya is used notably in Arabic, Gujarati and Kannada, Inaya means "Concern, Attention or Solicitude" used for girls is rooted from Arabic
  •  Abasy - Boy name Abasy is of African-Swahili origin, Abasy means "Stern". Abasy is a derivation of Abasi.
  •  Makyna - Creative and adventurous and Modern girl name Makyna came from African-Swahili, meaning of Makyna is "Son of Cionaodh, Happiness and Happy". Makyna is a resultant of Makena.
  •  Intisar - Unheard-of Intisar mainly is used in Arabic and Arabic has its origin in African-Swahili, meaning of Intisar is "Helpful or Triumphant" is bestowed upon both genders
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Sibling Names for Baraka

Baraka is a unique and meaningful name that has its roots in Swahili culture. If you're considering this name for your baby, you might be looking for sibling names that complement it perfectly. Here are some suggestions to help you find the ideal sibling names for Baraka.

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Famous people named Baraka

  • Baraka Atkins, American football linebacker for the New Orleans Saints of the National Football League

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