Barack
b(a)-ra-ck
US Popularity:18808
Origin:Arabic
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Blessed; Lightning
Set baby on the path to a charmed life with this Arabic and Hebrew boy's name. Meaning "blessing," Barack commands attention thanks to former American president Barack Obama. It’s linked to the Hebrew name Baruch, adding the meaning of "lightning," giving just enough of a superhero feel to delight any little bright spark. Its variant, Barak, also appears in the Old Testament as a warrior who wins a battle alongside the prophetess Deborah.
Famous People Named Barack
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- Barack ObamaUnited States President
How Popular Is The Name Barack?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Barack is currently #4861 on The Bump
Boy:Barack is currently #2739 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Barack is currently #18808 in U.S. births
Boy:Barack is currently #8985 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#8985
in 2023
+ 850
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Barack, November 2019
Behind the Name, Barak (2), November 2019
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 347
WordSense Dictionary, Barack
WordSense Dictionary, Barak
Britannica, Barack Obama, 44th president of the United States, September 2024
BibleGateway, Encyclopedia of The Bible – Barak
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