Barak
Lightning
GenderBoyOriginHebrewSay itBAH-rahkPopularityUncommon
Pronounced BAH-rahk
About the name Barak
Barak means 'lightning' and belonged to a military leader in the Book of Judges who helped free Israel from oppression. It's a bold, energetic name with deep roots.
Bold and decisive, someone who acts swiftly when it counts.
Fun fact
The name inspired the spelling variant Barack, as in former U.S. President Barack Obama.
Variations
BaraqBoruch
Famous people named Barak
- Barack Obama (U.S. president, variant spelling)