Barkhado
Barkhado is a Muslim girl name meaning “Blessed one, bringer of blessing”.
| Meaning | Blessed one, bringer of blessing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali, from Arabic baraka |
| Pronunciation | bar-KHAA-doh |
| Arabic root | ب ر ك (b-r-k) — blessing |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Barkhado
Barkhado is a Somali girls' name built on barako or barkhad, the Somali form of the Arabic baraka, blessing. The ending -o is common in Somali women's names, and Barkhad is the related male form. Giving a child a name meaning blessing is a widespread Somali custom.
Is Barkhado a Muslim name?
Yes. Barkhado is a Somali Muslim name whose core comes from the Arabic word baraka, blessing.
Where is the name Barkhado used?
Used in Somalia, Somaliland, Djibouti and among Somalis in Ethiopia and Kenya.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Barkhado mean?
Barkhado means 'Blessed one, bringer of blessing'. It comes from Somali, from Arabic baraka.
Is Barkhado a Muslim name?
Yes. Barkhado is a Somali Muslim name whose core comes from the Arabic word baraka, blessing.
How do you pronounce Barkhado?
Barkhado is pronounced bar-KHAA-doh.