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Baran

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Pronounced bah-RAHN /bɑːˈrɑːn/Medium

Meaning: Baran is a Persian and Kurdish name meaning 'rain' — a blessing in dry lands. It is unisex and used for both, often a boy's name in Kurdish, so we note the lean; here it is used for a girl.Low

In 30 seconds: A name for a blessing: Baran means 'rain' in Persian and Kurdish (said 'bah-RAHN'). Unisex, often a boy's — we note the lean.
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Origin MediumPersian, Kurdish
MeaningBaran is a Persian and Kurdish name meaning 'rain' — a blessing in dry lands. It is unisex and used for both, often a boy's name in Kurdish, so we note the lean; here it is used for a girl.
U.S. rank (2025)#8440 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births12 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 101

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202520102025

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

As a name, Baran is Persian/Kurdish for 'rain', warm and nature-linked. It is unisex, used here for a girl, though it often leans to boys, which we note (said 'bah-RAHN').

For girls it appears only rarely in the U.S., with boys' use too. Rare, nature-linked, and unisex.

Did you know? Baran means 'rain' in Persian and Kurdish — a cherished blessing in dry lands. It is unisex, often a boy's name in Kurdish, which we note (said 'bah-RAHN').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Baran — Persian/Kurdish 'rain'; unisex, boy-leaning

Variations

BaaranBarranBaraan

Nicknames

BaraRanBari

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Baran mean?

Baran means 'rain' in Persian and Kurdish — a blessing in dry lands.

How do you pronounce Baran?

It's said bah-RAHN /bɑːˈrɑːn/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Baran a boy or girl name?

Baran is unisex; it often leans to boys, which we note. Here it is used for a girl.

How popular is Baran?

Baran is rare for girls in the U.S., with boys' use too.

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