Bracha: meaning of the Hebrew name
בְּרָכָה
Pronounced brah-KHAH
- Girl
- Hebrew
- #72 in Israel, 2024
Meaning of Bracha
Bracha means a blessing: abundance, good wishes and gratitude. A long-standing Jewish name that expresses giving and kindness.
Bracha in Hebrew
Bracha is written ברכה in Hebrew (with vowel points: בְּרָכָה). Hebrew is read from right to left.
- בBet
- רResh
- כKaf
- הHe
Gematria value: 227 (Bet 2 + Resh 200 + Kaf 20 + He 5)
About the name
- GenderGirl
- OriginHebrew
- Meaningblessing
- Pronunciationbrah-KHAH
- Hebrewברכה
- Syllables2
Popularity in Israel
In 2024, Bracha ranked #72 among girls' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (246 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #72, in 2022, 2023 and 2024.
All years 2014-2024
| Year | Rank | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 72 | 246 |
| 2023 | 72 | 248 |
| 2022 | 72 | 254 |
| 2021 | 80 | 230 |
| 2020 | 74 | 240 |
| 2019 | 76 | 232 |
| 2018 | 73 | 260 |
| 2017 | 82 | 224 |
| 2016 | 83 | 216 |
| 2015 | 89 | 200 |
| 2014 | 76 | 247 |
Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.
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Questions about Bracha
What does the name Bracha mean?
Bracha means a blessing: abundance, good wishes and gratitude. A long-standing Jewish name that expresses giving and kindness.
How do you pronounce Bracha?
Bracha is pronounced brah-KHAH in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Bracha in Hebrew?
Bracha is written ברכה in Hebrew (with vowel points: בְּרָכָה).
How popular is the name Bracha in Israel?
In 2024, Bracha ranked #72 among girls' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (246 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #72, in 2022, 2023 and 2024. Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics.
What is the gematria of Bracha?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling ברכה adds up to 227 (Bet 2 + Resh 200 + Kaf 20 + He 5).
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