Barnaib

English variation of Barnabas, Aramaic

"son of consolation"

Barnaib Origin and Meaning

The name Barnaib is a boy's name of Irish origin.

Barnaib is the Scottish Gaelic form of Barnabas, a name with ancient Biblical roots. In the New Testament, Barnabas was an early Christian disciple whose name is interpreted as 'son of encouragement' or 'son of consolation.' The Gaelic version maintains this meaningful heritage while connecting specifically to Scottish linguistic traditions. Pronounced roughly as 'BAR-neeb,' the name has a distinctive sound uncommon outside Scotland and Gaelic-speaking communities. While rare in contemporary usage, Barnaib represents a cultural alternative for families with Scottish heritage seeking authentic Gaelic names. The combination of Biblical significance and Celtic linguistic character gives Barnaib unique cross-cultural appeal.