Origins

Names and Origins
Names and Origins
Ainmean-àite / Place-names
Ainmean-àite / Place-names
Loch Names
Loch Names

River Names


The names "Barabhas" and "Brù" originated during the centuries of Scandinavian occupation and settlement in the area. "Brù" is believed to mean bridge but the meaning of "Barabhas" is not known, either in its Gaelic or English form.

There is significant archaeological evidence of human habitation in the area in the form of graves and burial chambers dating back over 2000 years. Small scale excavations by professional archaeologists have taken place over the past 50 years, all of which have confirmed that there is still much more to learn about the area’s history!