Barbara Carrigan

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Barbara Carrigan — foreign, stranger
1.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Barbara Carrigan 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 Carrigan: Anthony Carrigan (academic) (1980–2016), British academic Anthony Carrigan (actor) (born 1983), American actor Aub Carrigan (1917–2012), Australian first-class cricketer Benjamin Carrigan (born 1998), Australian professional footballer Bill Carrigan (1883–1969), American baseball catcher Bob Carrigan (born 1966), American businessman Brian Carrigan (born 1979), Scottish footballer Bryan Carrigan (born 1969), American music producer, engineer, and electronic musician Casey Carrigan (born 1951), American track and field athlete Charles Carrigan (1882–1916), Irish republican Gene Carrigan (1906–1. 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: Carrigan

Irish

Anthony Carrigan (academic) (1980–2016), British academic Anthony Carrigan (actor) (born 1983), American actor Aub Carrigan (1917–2012), Australian first-class cricketer Benjamin Carrigan (born 1998), Australian professional footballer Bill Carrigan (1883–1969), American baseball catcher Bob Carrigan (born 1966), American businessman Brian Carrigan (born 1979), Scottish footballer Bryan Carrigan (born 1969), American music producer, engineer, and electronic musician Casey Carrigan (born 1951), American track and field athlete Charles Carrigan (1882–1916), Irish republican Gene Carrigan (1906–1.

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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 Carrigan

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 Carrigan:

6
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

1
Personality Number

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

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 Carrigan?
The surname Carrigan originates from Irish. Anthony Carrigan (academic) (1980–2016), British academic Anthony Carrigan (actor) (born 1983), American actor Aub Carrigan (1917–2012), Australian first-class cricketer Benjamin Carrigan (born 1998), Australian professional footballer Bill Carrigan (1883–1969), American baseball catcher Bob Carrigan (born 1966), American businessman Brian Carrigan (born 1979), Scottish footballer Bryan Carrigan (born 1969), American music producer, engineer, and electronic musician Casey Carrigan (born 1951), American track and field athlete Charles Carrigan (1882–1916), Irish republican Gene Carrigan (1906–1.
What are the origins of the name Barbara Carrigan?
The name Barbara Carrigan combines two different traditions: the first name Barbara has Greek roots, while the surname Carrigan originates from Irish.
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