Barnes Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBARNZ / /bɑrnz/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: 'son of Barn'; Scottish: 'from the barn'
Historical & Cultural Background
The surname Barnes is derived from the Old English word 'bern', meaning barn or storage place. It is often used as a surname that has transitioned into a given name. The name has been prevalent in England and Scotland since the Middle Ages. It has also been associated with various notable figures throughout history.
Trend Summary
The name Barnes has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Barn
- Barney
International Variants
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Famous people named Barnes
Barnes Wallis was an English scientist and engineer known for developing the bouncing bomb used in World War II.
Barnes & Noble is a well-known American bookseller that has played a significant role in the publishing industry.
Fictional characters named Barnes
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Barnes was first seen in the United States in 1913. Barnes has ranked as high as #1365 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Barnes has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Barnes
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 11 |