Baraka
Baraka is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Blessing, divine grace”.
| Meaning | Blessing, divine grace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | بركة |
| Pronunciation | BA-ra-ka |
| Arabic root | ب ر ك (b-r-k) — blessing, increase |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Baraka
Baraka means blessing, the increase and goodness that God places in something. Barakah bint Thaʿlaba, better known as Umm Ayman, was the nurse of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and one of the earliest Muslims. In Arabic it is mainly a female name, while in Swahili-speaking East Africa Baraka is widely used for boys.
Is Baraka a Muslim name?
Yes. Baraka is a Muslim name meaning blessing, and was the personal name of Umm Ayman, who cared for the Prophet ﷺ as a child.
Is Baraka in the Quran?
The root appears in 'Blessed is He in whose hand is dominion' (tabāraka) (Quran 67:1).
Where is the name Baraka used?
Used as a girls' name in the Arab world and as a boys' name in Kenya, Tanzania and wider East Africa.
Gifts with the name Baraka
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Spellings and variants of Baraka
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Baraka mean?
Baraka means 'Blessing, divine grace'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Baraka a Muslim name?
Yes. Baraka is a Muslim name meaning blessing, and was the personal name of Umm Ayman, who cared for the Prophet ﷺ as a child.
How do you write Baraka in Arabic?
Baraka is written بركة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Baraka?
Baraka is pronounced BA-ra-ka.
Is Baraka mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'Blessed is He in whose hand is dominion' (tabāraka) (Quran 67:1).