Barak Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Barak originates from Hebrew, meaning 'lightning'. It has evolved from its biblical roots in Hebrew and Aramaic, maintaining its form and significance. The name is associated with traits of strength and swiftness, with a notable biblical figure leading to its relevance. It has gained modern popularity, especially due to its association with prominent individuals.
The name Barak is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Barak has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Barak' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5438th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2792nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3192nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4796th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7172nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Barak' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Barak"
Pronunciation
/bəˈrɑːk/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Barak derives from the Hebrew word 'baraq', meaning 'lightning'. It is often associated with swiftness and power.
Meaning
lightning
Language Evolution
Biblical Hebrew: בָּרָק (Barak), Aramaic: בָּרָק (Barak), Modern Hebrew: בָּרָק (Barak)
Biblical Background
Barak is a prominent figure in the Bible, known as a military leader who, alongside the prophetess Deborah, led the Israelites to victory against the Canaanites.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among Jewish communities, due to its biblical roots and positive connotations.
Variants & Derivatives
Barack, Baraka
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Barak is viewed positively, often associated with strength and leadership. It gained further recognition through figures like Barack Obama.
Famous People
Barak Obama - 44th President of the United States, Barak Ben-Ari - Israeli politician, Barak Bachar - Israeli footballer
📊 Barak Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 29 peak births in 2006
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Barak"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Barak"
"Barak" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5438th of 7552 | 24 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2792nd of 10718 | 204 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3192nd of 16616 | 282 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4796th of 24088 | 278 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7172nd of 23106 | 133 |
Regional Popularity of "Barak" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
48.79% 3082nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
- |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
- |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Barak" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Barak"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Barak" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.