Al-Bariqi

Al-Bariqi (Arabic: البارقي) is a nisba, or surname, of Arabic origin. It indicates descent from or association with the ancient Arab tribe of Bariq (Arabic: بارق).

The Bariq tribe is historically located in the southern Tihama region of present-day Saudi Arabia, specifically in the Asir province. Members of the tribe and their descendants migrated and settled in various regions of the Arabian Peninsula and beyond.

Therefore, the surname Al-Bariqi signifies a genealogical link to the Bariq tribe. Individuals bearing this surname often share a common ancestry and cultural heritage connected to the historical lands and traditions of the Bariq. The nisba is used to denote tribal affiliation and provides a way to trace lineage within Arab communities.