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UK name, mostly girls

Baraa

A feminine Arabic name that conveys the meaning "brilliant" or "pure".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 16 boys.

Baraa is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Baraa popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4843, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2002, with 4 births.

This profile covers 17 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2002 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 17 living people in the UK are called Baraa. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Baraa ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2002, when 4 girls were registered as Baraa.
  • Baraa is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
  • About 17 living people in the UK are estimated to have Baraa as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
  • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 51.5% of Baraa registrations are for girls.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4843

2024

Births in 2024

4

Latest year

Peak year

2002

4 births

Estimated living

17

2026

Gender

Boy and girl registrations for Baraa

In England and Wales birth records, Baraa has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 48.5% of registrations are for boys and 51.5% are for girls.

These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.

48% boys
52% girls
Boys16 (48.5%)Girls17 (51.5%)

Baraa registered for boys

  • Ranked #4,991 in 2023
  • 3 boys registered in 2023
  • Peak: 2014 (6 births)

Baraa registered for girls

  • Ranked #4,843 in 2024
  • 4 girls registered in 2024
  • Peak: 2002 (4 births)

Meaning

What does Baraa mean?

The name Baraa has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with roots dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Arabic word "baraa," which means "innocence" or "purity." The name is often associated with notions of sincerity, honesty, and moral integrity.

In Islamic tradition, the word "baraa" is mentioned in the Quran, the holy book of Islam. It is used in reference to being free from sin or disassociating oneself from wrongdoing. This religious connection has contributed to the name's popularity among Arabic-speaking communities and Muslims worldwide.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Baraa is found in the historical accounts of the 7th century CE. Baraa ibn Malik, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, was a prominent figure in early Islamic history and is renowned for his contributions to the dissemination of Islamic teachings.

Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Baraa. In the 9th century CE, Baraa ibn Azib was a renowned scholar and poet from Persia who was highly regarded for his literary works. During the Abbasid Caliphate, Baraa Al-Qadi served as a prominent judge and legal scholar, renowned for his expertise in Islamic jurisprudence.

In more recent times, Baraa Younis (born 1961) is a Palestinian activist and human rights advocate who has been instrumental in raising awareness about the plight of Palestinians in the occupied territories. Baraa Allawi (born 1954) is an Iraqi politician who served as the interim Prime Minister of Iraq from 2005 to 2006, playing a significant role in the country's post-war reconstruction efforts.

Another notable figure is Baraa Al-Halabi (born 1987), a Syrian activist and journalist who gained international recognition for his coverage of the Syrian civil war and advocacy for freedom of speech. His courageous reporting from within war-torn Syria brought global attention to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region.

The name Baraa has transcended its Arabic roots and has been embraced by diverse cultures and communities around the world. It carries with it a rich heritage and symbolism, evoking notions of purity, integrity, and a commitment to righteous ideals.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Baraa over time

The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Baraa in England and Wales, from 2002 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Baraa, the clearest high point is 2002. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

BoysGirls
02356200220132024

Decades

Baraa by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Baraa was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #5212 7 2
2010s #5785 6 2
2000s #3409 4 1

Related

Names similar to Baraa

FAQ

Baraa: questions and answers

How popular is the name Baraa in the UK right now?

In 2024, Baraa was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Baraa most popular?

The peak year on record was 2002, with 4 babies registered as Baraa in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Baraa?

A feminine Arabic name that conveys the meaning "brilliant" or "pure".

How many people are called Baraa in the UK?

A total of 17 babies have been registered as Baraa across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.