Barbara Berryman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Barbara Berryman — foreign, stranger
1.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Barbara Berryman 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 Berryman: BLIT (short story), or Berryman Logical Image Technique, a short story by David Langford Berryman, Missouri, an unincorporated community Clifford K. Berryman, (1869–1949), American political cartoonist whose work spawned the Teddy bear Doris L. Berryman (1926–2000), American college professor Dorothée Berryman (born 1948), Canadian actress and singer Sir Frank Berryman (1894–1981), Australian soldier Guy Berryman (born 1978), musician of the group Coldplay James T. 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: Berryman

English

BLIT (short story), or Berryman Logical Image Technique, a short story by David Langford Berryman, Missouri, an unincorporated community Clifford K. Berryman, (1869–1949), American political cartoonist whose work spawned the Teddy bear Doris L. Berryman (1926–2000), American college professor Dorothée Berryman (born 1948), Canadian actress and singer Sir Frank Berryman (1894–1981), Australian soldier Guy Berryman (born 1978), musician of the group Coldplay James T.

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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 Berryman

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 Berryman:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Berryman?
The surname Berryman originates from English. BLIT (short story), or Berryman Logical Image Technique, a short story by David Langford Berryman, Missouri, an unincorporated community Clifford K. Berryman, (1869–1949), American political cartoonist whose work spawned the Teddy bear Doris L. Berryman (1926–2000), American college professor Dorothée Berryman (born 1948), Canadian actress and singer Sir Frank Berryman (1894–1981), Australian soldier Guy Berryman (born 1978), musician of the group Coldplay James T.
What are the origins of the name Barbara Berryman?
The name Barbara Berryman combines two different traditions: the first name Barbara has Greek roots, while the surname Berryman originates from English.
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