Barbar
Girl nameBarbar has been given to 316 babies in the U.S. since 1928. It peaked in 1959.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
316
Peak year
1959 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1928
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Barbar — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Barbar.
Sibling name ideas for Barbar
Same era and popularity as Barbar, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Barbar?
Barbar has been given to 316 babies in the U.S. since 1928. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Barbar peak?
Barbar peaked in 1959, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Barbar a girl or boy name?
Barbar is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Barbar are girls).
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