Lightning
Derived from the Hebrew word for lightning, this name carries connotations of speed and brilliance. In the Old Testament, Barak was a military commander who, alongside the prophetess Deborah, led the Israelites to victory against the Canaanites. It is distinct from the Arabic name Barack, though they share a similar Semitic root.
Less common today
Barak isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,725 in 1994.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Biblical military commander and judge of Israel
Israeli professional footballer
A character in the Belgariad fantasy series · The Belgariad
