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Baraa
How to Pronounce Baraa
Pronounced bah-RAH /bɑˈrɑ/Medium
Meaning: From Arabic bara'a, 'innocence; purity; freedom from fault; excellence; superiority'; used for both sexes; here for boys; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Baraa comes from Arabic bara'a, 'innocence; purity; freedom from fault', and 'excellence; superiority' (routes layered, which we note). A lyrical, devout name across the Arab world, used for both sexes, here for boys (slug distinguished).
In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, innocence-and-excellence at the root, and devout.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Baraa mean?
Baraa is Arabic for 'innocence; purity' and 'excellence; superiority'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Baraa?
It's said bah-RAH /bɑˈrɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Baraa a boy or girl name?
Baraa is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.
How popular is Baraa?
Baraa is a rare name in the U.S.