Barack Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbuh-RAHK / /bəˈrɑːk/Swahili; Hebrew
Meaning
blessing (Swahili); lightning (Hebrew)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Swahili, 'Barack' translates to 'blessing', reflecting its positive connotations in African cultures. The Hebrew origin relates to 'Barak', meaning 'lightning', which has biblical significance, particularly in the context of the Old Testament.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Barak
- Baracke
International Variants
- Barak (Hebrew)
- Barack (Swahili)
Famous people named Barack
Barack Obama — 44th President of the United States.
Barack Ferrazzano — American artist.
Fictional characters named Barack
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Barack was first seen in the United States in 2007. Barack has ranked as high as #1307 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Barack has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Barack (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 52 |
| 2009 | 71 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 6 |