boy · Swahili

Barak

/BA-rak/

Meaning: Blessing

Barak at a glance

Meaning: Blessing
Origin: Swahili
Religion: Muslim
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: BA-rak
Syllables: 2
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Baraka, Barakah, Bareka, Baarakah, Baarak, Baracah

Lucky details for Barak

Number: 8
Color: Deep Indigo
Stone: Blue Sapphire
Flower: Iris
Day: Saturday
Planet: Saturn
Zodiac: Capricorn
Metal: Iron

Barak is a Swahili name meaning “blessing”. It is a spelling variant of Baraka and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Barak for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with determined, disciplined, plays the long game. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Barak reduce to 8, a number linked with Saturn and with people who are resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal.

Numerology

Chaldean value 8 — Determined, disciplined, plays the long game.

Personality

Determined, disciplined, plays the long game

Positive Traits

Resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal

Negative Traits

Sets very high standards and can be hard on themselves

Career Suggestions

Finance, law, construction, administration, public service

Nicknames

Bara Bari Bary Bay

Middle Names

Bilal Brendaana Barakiya

Sibling Names

Amani Asheh Imaninie Rehemiah

Compatible Names

Baraka Bareka Baareka Barraca Jabar Jaabariya

FAQs about the name Barak

What does the name Barak mean?

Barak means “blessing” and comes from a Swahili root.

Is Barak a boy or girl name?

Barak is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Barak?

Barak is pronounced BA-rak (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Barak?

The lucky number for Barak is 8, ruled by Saturn.

What are good nicknames for Barak?

Popular short forms include Bara, Bari, Bary, Bay.