Barak Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAH-rahk / /ˈbɑːræk/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: 'lightning'; Arabic: 'blessing'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Barak has Hebrew origins, where it is associated with the biblical figure Barak, a military leader in the Book of Judges. In Arabic, the name signifies a sense of blessing or good fortune. The name has been used in various cultures and has gained popularity in different regions over time. It is also notable in modern contexts, particularly in relation to public figures.
Trend Summary
The name Barak has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly influenced by notable figures.
Similar Names
Variants
- Barack
International Variants
- Barak (Hebrew)
- Barack (Arabic)
Famous people named Barak
Barak Ben-Gal is an Israeli mathematician known for his work in combinatorial optimization.
Fictional characters named Barak
Barak is a character in the 'Wheel of Time' series by Robert Jordan, serving as a warrior.
Barak is a character in the video game 'Final Fantasy IX', known for his role in the story.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Barak was first seen in the United States in 1953. Barak has ranked as high as #1354 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Barak has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Barak (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 27 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 18 |