Barbara Blume

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Barbara Blume — foreign, stranger
1.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Barbara Blume 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 Blume: Surname Anna and Bernhard Blume, German artistic photographers Astrid Blume (1872–1924), Danish educator and temperance advocate Bianka Blume (1843–1896), German opera singer Brian Blume (born 1950), American businessman, Dungeons & Dragons Carl Ludwig Blume (1796–1862), German-Dutch botanist Clemens Blume (1862–1932), Jesuit hymnologist Clint Blume (1898–1973), American baseball player Danny Blume (born 1960), American music producer, musician and composer David Blume, American permaculture teacher and entrepreneur Felix Blume (born 1984), known as Kollegah, German rapper Fred H. 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: Blume

English

Surname Anna and Bernhard Blume, German artistic photographers Astrid Blume (1872–1924), Danish educator and temperance advocate Bianka Blume (1843–1896), German opera singer Brian Blume (born 1950), American businessman, Dungeons & Dragons Carl Ludwig Blume (1796–1862), German-Dutch botanist Clemens Blume (1862–1932), Jesuit hymnologist Clint Blume (1898–1973), American baseball player Danny Blume (born 1960), American music producer, musician and composer David Blume, American permaculture teacher and entrepreneur Felix Blume (born 1984), known as Kollegah, German rapper Fred H.

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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 Blume

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 Blume:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Blume?
The surname Blume originates from English. Surname Anna and Bernhard Blume, German artistic photographers Astrid Blume (1872–1924), Danish educator and temperance advocate Bianka Blume (1843–1896), German opera singer Brian Blume (born 1950), American businessman, Dungeons & Dragons Carl Ludwig Blume (1796–1862), German-Dutch botanist Clemens Blume (1862–1932), Jesuit hymnologist Clint Blume (1898–1973), American baseball player Danny Blume (born 1960), American music producer, musician and composer David Blume, American permaculture teacher and entrepreneur Felix Blume (born 1984), known as Kollegah, German rapper Fred H.
What are the origins of the name Barbara Blume?
The name Barbara Blume combines two different traditions: the first name Barbara has Greek roots, while the surname Blume originates from English.
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