Barrabas Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Barrabas

"Barrabas or Barrabás are the Spanish and Portuguese name for Barabbas, the prisoner who, according to the New Testament, was chosen by the crowd in Jerusalem, over Jesus of Nazareth, to be pardoned and released by Roman governor Pontius Pilate at the Passover feast"

Multiple origins Origin Gender-Neutral

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Barrabas or Barrabás are the Spanish and Portuguese name for Barabbas, the prisoner who, according to the New Testament, was chosen by the crowd in Jerusalem, over Jesus of Nazareth, to be pardoned and released by Roman governor Pontius Pilate at the Passover feast
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
N/A
Life Path
Number 8

📖 What Does Barrabas Mean?

Barrabas or Barrabás are the Spanish and Portuguese name for Barabbas, the prisoner who, according to the New Testament, was chosen by the crowd in Jerusalem, over Jesus of Nazareth, to be pardoned and released by Roman governor Pontius Pilate at the Passover feast.

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Barrabas or Barrabás are the Spanish and Portuguese name for Barabbas, the prisoner who, according to the New Testament, was chosen by the crowd in Jerusalem, over Jesus of Nazareth, to be pardoned and released by Roman governor Pontius Pilate at the Passover feast.

Root Element
Barrabas
Core Meaning
"Barrabas or Barrabás are the Spanish and Portuguese name for Barabbas, the prisoner who, according to the New Testament, was chosen by the crowd in Jerusalem, over Jesus of Nazareth, to be pardoned and released by Roman governor Pontius Pilate at the Passover feast"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Barrabas

B 2
A 1
R 9
R 9
A 1
B 2
A 1
S 1
SUM 8
8
Life Path
Power & Ambition
3
Soul Urge
Creativity & Expression
5
Personality
Freedom & Adventure

Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.

Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Barrabas" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Barrabas or Barrabás are the Spanish and Portuguese name for Barabbas, the prisoner who, according to the New Testament, was chosen by the crowd in Jerusalem, over Jesus of Nazareth, to be pardoned and released by Roman governor Pontius Pilate at the Passover feast".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

A name used globally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Barrabas?

The Life Path number for Barrabas is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 3. Personality: 5.

Is Barrabas a boy or girl name?

Barrabas is Gender-Neutral. Based on US data, 50% male and 50% female.

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