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By Madison Dresler · Jul 2026

Baraka

OriginKiswahili
Meaning"blessings"
GenderGirl
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About Baraka

The name Baraka peaked for girls at #7459 in 1981. Baraka is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

Famous Barakas

  • Amisho Baraka Lewis aka Sho Baraka

    male American rapper

  • Amiri Baraka

    American male poet

  • Ajamu Baraka

    American male activist and politician

Baraka in pop culture

  • Baraka

    male character in the Mortal Kombat video games

  • Barakah

    main male character in 2016 Saudi film "Barakah Meets Barakah"

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