Barby
Girl nameBarby has been given to 155 babies in the U.S. since 1942. It peaked in 1959.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
155
Peak year
1959 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1942
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Barby — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Barby.
Sibling name ideas for Barby
Same era and popularity as Barby, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Barby?
Barby has been given to 155 babies in the U.S. since 1942. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Barby peak?
Barby peaked in 1959, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Barby a girl or boy name?
Barby is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Barby are girls).
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