Barak
Barak is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Lightning”.
| Meaning | Lightning |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | בָּרָק |
| Pronunciation | bah-RAHK |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Barak
Barak is the Hebrew word for lightning. In the Book of Judges, Barak son of Abinoam is the military leader who, encouraged by the prophetess Deborah, defeats the Canaanite general Sisera. The name is used in modern Israel, borne for example by former prime minister Ehud Barak. It is unrelated to Barack, as in Barack Obama, which comes through Swahili from the Arabic baraka, 'blessing'.
Is Barak a Jewish name?
Barak is a biblical name from the story of Deborah in Judges 4–5, used by Jewish families and occasionally by Christians. The similar-sounding Arabic-derived Barack/Mubarak, meaning blessed, is a separate name used in Muslim and East African families.
How popular is Barak?
Used in Israel as a first name and surname; rare elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Barak mean?
Barak means 'Lightning'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Barak a Jewish name?
Barak is a biblical name from the story of Deborah in Judges 4–5, used by Jewish families and occasionally by Christians. The similar-sounding Arabic-derived Barack/Mubarak, meaning blessed, is a separate name used in Muslim and East African families.
How do you pronounce Barak?
Barak is pronounced bah-RAHK.
Is Barak a boy or girl name?
Barak is usually a boy name.