US Popularity Rank: 11998

Origin: Arabic

Meaning: To select; Innocent

Your newest little bundle of joy is here, so its time to select the perfect name! Bara is a short and sweet feminine name of Hebrew and Arabic origin, meaning both “to select” and “innocent.” This beautiful and distinctive moniker is sure to help baby feel connected to their heritage, while also helping them stand out for all the right reasons. This choice will undoubtedly also help your little cherub embrace their innocence and see the world through honest and childlike eyes. Traditionally a surname, as seen from the likes of famous American silent film actress Theda Bara, this name has found recent popularity as a first name, demonstrated by Czech writer and journalist Bára Nesvadbová.