Barnabas — Greek form of an Aramaic name. In Acts in the New Testament the byname Barnabas was given to a man named Joseph, a Jew from Cyprus who was a companion of Paul on his missionary journeys. The original Aramaic form is unattested, but it may be from בּר נביא (bar naviya') meaning "son of the prophet", though in Acts 4:36 it is claimed that the name means "son of encouragement".
Biblical namesake: Barnabas was an early Christian leader and missionary, remembered for his partnership with Paul and his role in spreading the message of Jesus in the Book of Acts. (Acts · Acts 4:36-37, Acts 9:27, Acts 13:2)
Saintly namesake: Barnabas was a 1st-century apostle and companion of St. Paul, known for his missionary work and role in the early Christian Church. He is honored as a major New Testament saint. (June 11 · 1st century)
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