Barnabas
Son of encouragement
Gender
Boy
Origin
Aramaic
Language
Aramaic
Religion
Christianity
Length
8 letters
Lucky number
4
Zodiac
Taurus
Popularity
814
About the name Barnabas
A classic Aramaic name meaning “Son of encouragement”, Barnabas appears in scripture and is a steady pick among Christian names. It fits naturally with biblical names and with traditional boys' names.
Origin & meaning
The name carries Aramaic roots, with the core sense of “Son of encouragement”.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Barnabas mean?
Barnabas means "Son of encouragement", and is of Aramaic origin.
Is Barnabas a boy or a girl name?
Barnabas is commonly used as a boy name.
What is the origin of the name Barnabas?
The name Barnabas originates from Aramaic.