البراء

Baraa

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Baraa is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Innocence, being free of fault”.

MeaningInnocence, being free of fault
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asالبراء
Pronunciationba-RAA
TraditionMuslim
Used inEgypt, Syria, Jordan, Gulf States

Meaning and origin of Baraa

Baraa, or al-Barāʾ in full Arabic, expresses innocence and freedom from blame, from the root b-r-ʾ meaning to be clear or innocent. Several Companions carried it. Al-Barāʾ ibn ʿĀzib passed on a large number of hadith, while al-Barāʾ ibn Mālik, the brother of Anas, was remembered as a brave fighter. Historically it is a boys' name, though families in Egypt and the Levant now give it to girls too.

Is Baraa a Muslim name?

Muslims know Baraa through Companions of the Prophet ﷺ, among them al-Barāʾ ibn ʿĀzib and his namesake al-Barāʾ ibn Mālik. A related word, barāʾa, begins Surat al-Tawba: 'A declaration of disassociation from Allah and His Messenger' (Quran 9:1).

How popular is Baraa?

Popular in Syria, Palestine, Jordan, Egypt and the Gulf, and in some places given to girls as well as boys.

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Spellings and variants of Baraa

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Baraa mean?

Baraa means 'Innocence, being free of fault'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Baraa a Muslim name?

Muslims know Baraa through Companions of the Prophet ﷺ, among them al-Barāʾ ibn ʿĀzib and his namesake al-Barāʾ ibn Mālik. A related word, barāʾa, begins Surat al-Tawba: 'A declaration of disassociation from Allah and His Messenger' (Quran 9:1).

How do you pronounce Baraa?

Baraa is pronounced ba-RAA.

Is Baraa a boy or girl name?

Baraa is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.