Baruch
Baruch: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbä rəx/ · /ˈbɛ ɹəx/
Meaning and origin of Baruch
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hebrew בָּרוּךְ (Barukh, “blessed”). Cognate with Arabic بَارَك (bārak, “Barak”).
How popular is Baruch?
Since 1880, 1,954 boys in the U.S. have been named Baruch. Its highest rank for boys was #1999 in 2023. In 2025, 62 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Baruch FAQ
What does the name Baruch mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. Borrowed from Hebrew בָּרוּךְ (Barukh, “blessed”). Cognate with Arabic بَارَك (bārak, “Barak”).
What is the origin of the name Baruch?
Baruch is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Baruch?
Since 1880, 1,954 boys in the U.S. have been named Baruch. Its highest rank for boys was #1999 in 2023. In 2025, 62 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Baruch a boy or girl name?
Baruch is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,954 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.