Baraka or Barakah?
Two spellings, side by side.
Baraka and Barakah are two spellings of the same sound. Baraka is listed with the meaning "blessing (Swahili)" and Barakah with "Blessed; blessing; the nursemaid of the prophet (s.a.w)". Baraka is the more searched spelling on this site. Pick the one that matches how the name is written in your language, or is easiest to read where you live.
| Detail | Baraka | Barakah |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | blessing (Swahili) | Blessed; blessing; the nursemaid of the prophet (s.a.w) |
| Origin | African | Arabic |
| Gender | Boy | Girl |
| Written | — | — |
| Say it | Ba-ra-ka | Ba-ra-kah |
| Popularity | Rare | Less often searched here |
Questions about Baraka and Barakah
Is Baraka or Barakah more common?
Baraka is more often searched and saved on this site; Barakah is also used.
Do Baraka and Barakah mean the same?
Baraka: "blessing (Swahili)". Barakah: "Blessed; blessing; the nursemaid of the prophet (s.a.w)".
How do you say Baraka?
In parts: Ba-ra-ka. Barakah is said the same way.
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