Baraka
Baraka is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic origin, meaning “Blessing, divine grace”.
| Meaning | Blessing, divine grace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | بركة |
| Pronunciation | BA-ra-ka |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Kenya, Tanzania, Egypt, Sudan |
Meaning and origin of Baraka
Baraka refers to blessing in the sense of the goodness and increase that God puts into something. Its root b-r-k is tied to growth and abundance. One famous bearer was Barakah bint Thaʿlaba, known to history as Umm Ayman, who nursed the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and was among the first Muslims. Arabic speakers mostly treat it as a girls' name, but in Swahili-speaking East Africa it is common for boys.
Is Baraka a Muslim name?
Baraka, meaning blessing, was the personal name of Umm Ayman, who looked after the Prophet ﷺ in his childhood. Its root appears in the verse 'Blessed is He in whose hand is dominion' (tabāraka) (Quran 67:1).
How popular is Baraka?
Girls receive it in the Arab world, while in Kenya, Tanzania and the rest of East Africa it is mostly a boys' name.
Gifts with the name Baraka
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Spellings and variants of Baraka
Names similar to Baraka
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Baraka mean?
Baraka means 'Blessing, divine grace'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Baraka a Muslim name?
Baraka, meaning blessing, was the personal name of Umm Ayman, who looked after the Prophet ﷺ in his childhood. Its root appears in the verse 'Blessed is He in whose hand is dominion' (tabāraka) (Quran 67:1).
How do you pronounce Baraka?
Baraka is pronounced BA-ra-ka.
Is Baraka a boy or girl name?
Baraka is used for both boys and girls.