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Barnabas

BAH-nuh-buhs

Barnabas (name) means a masculine given name of Aramaic origin, meaning "son of encouragement", borne by a companion of the apostle Paul. Example: “The church was named after Saint Barnabas.”

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A masculine given name of Aramaic origin, meaning "son of encouragement", borne by a companion of the apostle Paul.
"The church was named after Saint Barnabas."
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Etymology

From Aramaic, meaning "son of encouragement" or "son of consolation".

Origin: Aramaic

Frequently asked questions

What does “Barnabas” mean?

The word “Barnabas” means a masculine given name of Aramaic origin, meaning "son of encouragement", borne by a companion of the apostle Paul.

How do you pronounce “Barnabas”?

“Barnabas” is pronounced BAH-nuh-buhs (/ˈbɑɹnəbəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Barnabas” in a sentence?

Here is “Barnabas” used in a sentence: “The church was named after Saint Barnabas.”

What part of speech is “Barnabas”?

“Barnabas” is a name.

Where does the word “Barnabas” come from?

The word “Barnabas” comes from Aramaic. From Aramaic, meaning "son of encouragement" or "son of consolation".

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