Barr

In Arabic: بَرّ

Al-Barr is devoted to righteousness and mercy; character befitting someone who treats his family well and protects the weak

البارّ هو الحريص على البرّ والرحمة؛ خُلُقٌ يليق بمن يحسن لأهله ويصون الضعيف

  • Boy name
  • Virtue
  • Short
  • Strong sound
  • Rare
  • Pan-Arab

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  • Called at home

    بَرّ, come here sweetheart — dinner's ready.

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  • Professional intro

    Pleased to meet you, I'm بَرّ.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Barr mean?
Al-Barr is devoted to righteousness and mercy; character befitting someone who treats his family well and protects the weak
Is Barr a boy or a girl name?
Barr is a boy name.
How is Barr written in English?
Barr in Arabic: بَرّ.
Does Barr fit the father's name?
Fit depends on the father or family name. Enter it in “Try the name now” on this page and we score the transition, length balance, and cadence.

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