Albaraa
An Arabic name meaning "the innocent one" or "the pious one".
Name Census estimates that about 111 living Americans carry the first name Albaraa. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Albaraa today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Albaraa births was 2019 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Albaraa. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Albaraa with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
111
~ 1 in 3,087,877 Americans
Peak year
2019
11 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2024 SSA rank
#8,980
Tracked since 2003
Popularity
Albaraa: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Albaraa from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 66 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Albaraa remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Albaraa by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Albaraa during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Albaraa
The name Albaraa originates from the Arabic language and has its roots in the Middle Eastern region. It is derived from the Arabic word "bara'a," which means innocence, purity, or being free from fault or guilt. The name carries a profound meaning, reflecting qualities of sincerity, integrity, and virtue.
In Islamic tradition, the name Albaraa holds significant importance. It is found in the Qur'an, the holy book of Islam, where it is mentioned in reference to being absolved from responsibility or blame. The name has been embraced by Muslim communities worldwide, as it resonates with the values of faith and righteousness.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Albaraa can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the time of the Prophet Muhammad and the emergence of Islam. Albaraa ibn Malik, a prominent companion of the Prophet, was known for his unwavering devotion and loyalty. He played a crucial role in the early days of Islam and is remembered for his bravery and steadfastness.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Albaraa, leaving their mark in various fields. One such figure was Albaraa ibn Azib, a revered Islamic scholar and jurist who lived in the 8th century CE. His contributions to the study and interpretation of Islamic law and jurisprudence were highly influential during his time.
In the realm of literature, Albaraa al-Basri was a renowned Arab poet who flourished in the 9th century CE. His poetic works, rich in imagery and emotion, have been celebrated for their intricate craftsmanship and profound insights into human nature.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Albaraa ibn al-Mu'tazz, a skilled calligrapher and poet who lived during the Abbasid Caliphate in the 9th century CE. His exceptional calligraphic works and poetry have been preserved and studied as masterpieces of Arabic art and literature.
In more recent times, Albaraa al-Khatib, a Syrian journalist and activist, gained recognition for his courageous reporting during the Syrian civil war. His unwavering commitment to truth and justice earned him international acclaim and numerous awards for his contributions to journalism.
The name Albaraa has endured through the ages, carrying with it a rich tapestry of cultural and historical significance. Its deep-rooted meaning and association with virtuous qualities have made it a cherished choice for parents across various cultures and regions, particularly in the Arab world and Muslim communities worldwide.
People
Albaraa + last name combinations
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FAQ
Albaraa: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Albaraa?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 111 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Albaraa going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 3,087,877 US residents.
Is Albaraa a common name?
We classify Albaraa as "Very Rare". It ranks above 66.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 112 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Albaraa most popular?
The single biggest year for Albaraa was 2019, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Albaraa is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Albaraa in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Albaraa a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Albaraa in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Albaraa still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Albaraa in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Albaraa can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Albaraa?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.