Bahr

♂ Boy

Pronounced BAHR /ˈbɑːr/Medium

Meaning: Bahr is an Arabic word and name meaning 'sea', evoking vastness and depth. It is used as a given name and surname; we note the heritage respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A name as vast as the sea: Bahr means 'sea' in Arabic (said 'BAHR'). Deep and evocative.

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningBahr is an Arabic word and name meaning 'sea', evoking vastness and depth. It is used as a given name and surname; we note the heritage respectfully.

U.S. rank (2024)#12515 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 17

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Bahr is an Arabic name meaning 'sea', carrying a sense of vastness and depth. Used as both given name and surname, it is spare and striking. A rooted, one-beat pick (said 'BAHR').

As a given name it appears only rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare, heritage-rooted, and evocative.

Did you know? Bahr is the Arabic word for 'sea' — a short, evocative name suggesting vastness and depth, which we note respectfully (said 'BAHR').

Overall data confidence 50%

References — Bahr — Arabic 'sea'; respectful note

Variations

BaharBaher

Nicknames

Bah

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Bahr mean?

Bahr is an Arabic word and name meaning 'sea', evoking vastness and depth. We note the heritage respectfully.

How do you pronounce Bahr?

It's said BAHR /ˈbɑːr/ — one syllable.

Is Bahr a boy or girl name?

Bahr is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Bahr?

Bahr is a very rare name for boys in the U.S.