Baraa
Baraa is a Muslim boy name meaning “Innocence, freedom from fault”.
| Meaning | Innocence, freedom from fault |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | البراء |
| Pronunciation | ba-RAA |
| Arabic root | ب ر ء (b-r-ʾ) — to be free, innocent |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Baraa
Baraa (al-Barāʾ) means innocence or being free of blame. It was the name of several Companions, most notably al-Barāʾ ibn ʿĀzib, a narrator of many hadith, and al-Barāʾ ibn Mālik, brother of Anas and a famed warrior. In the Levant and Egypt it is now also given to girls, but its historical use is male.
Is Baraa a Muslim name?
Yes. Baraa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by Companions such as al-Barāʾ ibn ʿĀzib and al-Barāʾ ibn Mālik.
Is Baraa in the Quran?
The related word barāʾa (freedom, disassociation) opens Surat al-Tawba: 'A declaration of disassociation from Allah and His Messenger' (Quran 9:1).
Where is the name Baraa used?
Common in Syria, Palestine, Jordan, Egypt and the Gulf; used for girls as well as boys in some areas.
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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, freedom from fault'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Baraa a Muslim name?
Yes. Baraa is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by Companions such as al-Barāʾ ibn ʿĀzib and al-Barāʾ ibn Mālik.
How do you write Baraa in Arabic?
Baraa is written البراء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Baraa?
Baraa is pronounced ba-RAA.
Is Baraa mentioned in the Quran?
The related word barāʾa (freedom, disassociation) opens Surat al-Tawba: 'A declaration of disassociation from Allah and His Messenger' (Quran 9:1).