What does barra mean?

Answer 1

The isle of Barra in the Outer Hebrides is called Barraigh in Scottish Gaelic and

is thought to take its name either from Saint Finbarr, the founder of Cork, or from St. Barr, the great-grandson of Niall of the Nine Hostages, the legendary 4th century king of Ireland.

As a word in Scottish Gaelic: consult Am Faclair Beag for the various meanings.

As a word in Irish Gaelic: it can mean bar; a sandbar; a judicial bar; a musical bar;

a tool; or sewing term , a tack. (answer by 2k3r021)

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In Celtic usage and The Republic of Ireland, Barra means marksman. In Gaelic usage, Barra means spear. (answer by True Knowledge)