NameChart

Bar

Unisex

Bar has been given to 50 babies in the U.S. since 1996. It peaked in 2011.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

50

Peak year

2011 (13 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1996

10-year trend

▼ -100%

Gender split

46% girls / 54% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Bar — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Bar.

Sibling name ideas for Bar

Same era and popularity as Bar, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

FAQ

How popular is the name Bar?

Bar has been given to 50 babies in the U.S. since 1996. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Bar peak?

Bar peaked in 2011, when 13 babies were given the name.

Is Bar a girl or boy name?

Bar is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.

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