Origin
Swahili (East African)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Leo
Trend
Declining
At a glance
Barack is a name often given to boys. Ranked #11068 and is easing off the charts this year. It comes from a Swahili (East African) origin and traditionally means "Blessed or a divine benediction". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Barack
Rooted in Swahili, Barack signifies a blessing from above, evoking hope and purpose. It rose to prominence through notable figures yet retains cultural depth. Boys with this name often exhibit charisma and a drive to uplift others.
Popularity
Currently ranked #11068 on the Baby Billboard Charts. Peak rank: #11068. Changed -2063 positions from last year.
Numerology Profile
Achieves material success.
Desires partnership.
Responsible caregiver.
Analytical thinker.
Zodiac & Astrology
Leo
Radiates leadership and generosity.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Empowering and hopeful aura.
Color Aura
Golden Light
Element
Fire
Season
Summer
Gemstone
Sunstone
Spirit Animal
Lion
Power Word
Blessing
Energy Type
Fire × Summer
Personality & Traits
Charismatic
Draws people with warmth.
Visionary
Sees big-picture potential.
Resilient
Overcomes obstacles gracefully.
Famous People Named Barack
Barack Obama
44th U.S. President
Barack Adama
French rapper
Barack in Pop Culture
Barack
Political satire shows
Historical Events
1961
Birth of notable bearer.
2008
Historic election milestone.
International Variations
Barack in Different Scripts
باراك
Arabic
巴拉克
Chinese (Mandarin)
バラク
Japanese (Katakana)
ברק
Hebrew
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Barack:
Barack Hussein
Barack Malik
Barack Jabari
Barack Kofi
Barack Omar
Barack Sadiq
Fun Facts & Trivia
Means blessing in Swahili.
Gained global recognition in 2008.
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boyPronunciation
buh-RAHK
Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.