Barbara Barrios

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Barbara Barrios — foreign, stranger
1.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Barbara Barrios is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Barbara is a feminine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Barbaros (Βάρβαρος), meaning "foreign." Saint Barbara is one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers. The surname Barrios: Agustín Barrios (1885–1944), Paraguayan guitarist and composer Ángel Barrios (1882–1964), Spanish guitarist and composer Arturo Barrios (born 1962), Mexican athlete Bayang Barrios (born 1968), Filipino musician Edison Barrios (born 1988), Venezuelan baseball player Eduardo Barrios (1884–1963), Chilean writer Gerardo Barrios (1813–1865), President of El Salvador 1859–1863 Gonzalo Barrios (politician) (1902–1993), Venezuelan politician Gonzalo Barrios (gamer) (born 1995), Chilean-American Super Smash Bros. Barbara is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.5 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Barbara reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Barbara

Meaning: foreign, stranger

Greek

From the Greek Barbaros (Βάρβαρος), meaning "foreign." Saint Barbara is one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers.

Surname: Barrios

Spanish

Agustín Barrios (1885–1944), Paraguayan guitarist and composer Ángel Barrios (1882–1964), Spanish guitarist and composer Arturo Barrios (born 1962), Mexican athlete Bayang Barrios (born 1968), Filipino musician Edison Barrios (born 1988), Venezuelan baseball player Eduardo Barrios (1884–1963), Chilean writer Gerardo Barrios (1813–1865), President of El Salvador 1859–1863 Gonzalo Barrios (politician) (1902–1993), Venezuelan politician Gonzalo Barrios (gamer) (born 1995), Chilean-American Super Smash Bros.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Barbara is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 10%
Greece 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Barbara by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Barbara Barrios

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Barbara Barrios:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Barbara?
The first name Barbara originates from Greek. From the Greek Barbaros (Βάρβαρος), meaning "foreign." Saint Barbara is one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers.
When was Barbara most popular?
The name Barbara reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Barrios?
The surname Barrios originates from Spanish. Agustín Barrios (1885–1944), Paraguayan guitarist and composer Ángel Barrios (1882–1964), Spanish guitarist and composer Arturo Barrios (born 1962), Mexican athlete Bayang Barrios (born 1968), Filipino musician Edison Barrios (born 1988), Venezuelan baseball player Eduardo Barrios (1884–1963), Chilean writer Gerardo Barrios (1813–1865), President of El Salvador 1859–1863 Gonzalo Barrios (politician) (1902–1993), Venezuelan politician Gonzalo Barrios (gamer) (born 1995), Chilean-American Super Smash Bros.
What are the origins of the name Barbara Barrios?
The name Barbara Barrios combines two different traditions: the first name Barbara has Greek roots, while the surname Barrios originates from Spanish.
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