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Barnes

Boy name

Barnes has been given to 195 babies in the U.S. since 1913. It peaked in 2023. In 2025, about 1 in 213,510 boys was named Barnes.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

195

Peak year

2023 (11 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1913

10-year trend

0%

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

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

Names with a similar vibe

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

Sibling name ideas for Barnes

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

FAQ

How popular is the name Barnes?

Barnes has been given to 195 babies in the U.S. since 1913. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Barnes peak?

Barnes peaked in 2023, when 11 babies were given the name.

Is Barnes a girl or boy name?

Barnes is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Barnes are boys).

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