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Baruc

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Pronounced bah-ROOK /bɑˈruk/Medium

Meaning: A Spanish/Portuguese form of Baruch — from Hebrew Barukh, 'blessed'Low

In 30 seconds: Blessed: Baruc is the Spanish Baruch — 'blessed'. Crisp, devout, and warm (said 'bah-ROOK').

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Origin LowHebrew

MeaningA Spanish/Portuguese form of Baruch — from Hebrew Barukh, 'blessed'

U.S. rank (2025)#6856 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 107

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

Baruc is a Spanish/Portuguese form of Baruch — from Hebrew Barukh, 'blessed' — borne by the scribe of the prophet Jeremiah. A crisp, devout name (said 'bah-ROOK').

In the U.S. it appears in Hispanic families. Rare, blessed at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Baruch means 'blessed' in Hebrew (Baruch was the scribe of the prophet Jeremiah) — Baruc is the Spanish/Portuguese form, crisp and devout (said 'bah-ROOK').

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References — Baruch — Hebrew etymology

Variations

BaruchBarukh

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Baruc mean?

Baruc is the Spanish/Portuguese Baruch — Hebrew 'blessed'.

How do you pronounce Baruc?

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

Is Baruc a boy or girl name?

Baruc is a boy's name.

How popular is Baruc?

Baruc is a rare name in the U.S.