The name Baraka is of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'barakah', which means 'blessing' or 'benediction'. It is a unisex name, though it is more commonly used for males. The name Baraka signifies divine favor and grace, and is often given to children in hopes that they will be blessed with these qualities throughout their lives.
The name Baraka experienced a significant increase in popularity from the late 2010s onwards, with a steady rise from 7 births per year between 2009 and 2014, peaking at 24 births in 2021. Prior to this, its usage was quite low and fluctuating, with no more than 8 births per year before 2003.