Mbaraka
Mbaraka is a Muslim boy name meaning “Blessed”.
| Meaning | Blessed |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Swahili form of Arabic Mubārak |
| Arabic spelling | مبارك |
| Pronunciation | m-bah-RAH-kah |
| Arabic root | ب ر ك (b-r-k) — blessing |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mbaraka
Mbaraka is the Swahili form of Mubārak, 'blessed'. Swahili turns the Arabic mu- into m- and adds a final -a, giving Mbaraka; Mubarak and Baraka are related names. Baraka, divine blessing, is a central idea in East African Muslim life, and the word mubārak is used in greetings such as ʿĪd mubārak.
Is Mbaraka a Muslim name?
Yes. Mbaraka is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Mubarak, meaning 'blessed'.
Is Mbaraka in the Quran?
The word is used in the Quran: 'And this is a Book We have revealed, blessed (mubārak)' (Quran 6:155).
Where is the name Mbaraka used?
Used in Tanzania and Kenya.
Gifts with the name Mbaraka
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Mbaraka
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mbaraka mean?
Mbaraka means 'Blessed'. It comes from Swahili form of Arabic Mubārak.
Is Mbaraka a Muslim name?
Yes. Mbaraka is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Mubarak, meaning 'blessed'.
How do you write Mbaraka in Arabic?
Mbaraka is written مبارك in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mbaraka?
Mbaraka is pronounced m-bah-RAH-kah.
Is Mbaraka mentioned in the Quran?
The word is used in the Quran: 'And this is a Book We have revealed, blessed (mubārak)' (Quran 6:155).