Barabara Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAR-buh-rah / /ˈbɑːrbəra/Hebrew; Latin; Greek
Meaning
Hebrew: 'daughter of the vow'; Latin: 'foreign woman'; Greek: 'stranger'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Barbara has roots in the Hebrew language, where it means 'daughter of the vow'. It became popular in the Christian tradition due to Saint Barbara, a martyr in the early church. The name has been widely used across various cultures and languages, often associated with notions of beauty and strength. Its usage has fluctuated over the centuries, reflecting broader trends in naming practices.
Trend Summary
The name Barbara experienced peak popularity in the mid-20th century but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Barb
- Babs
International Variants
- Barbara (Italian)
- Barbara (Spanish)
- Bárbara (Portuguese)
- Bárbara (Catalan)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Barabara was first seen in the United States in 1934. Barabara has ranked as high as #977 nationally, which occurred in 1949, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Barabara has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Barabara
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1972 | 5 |