Barbara Chaparro

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Barbara Chaparro — foreign, stranger
1.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Barbara Chaparro 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 Chaparro: Aldo Chaparro (born 1965), Peruvian sculptor known for his works in stainless steel Benigno Chaparro (born 1958), retired Paraguayan professional footballer Cristián Chaparro (born 1975), former Argentine footballer Ernesto Chaparro (1901–1957), Chilean football defender David Chaparro (1875–1963), Peruvian politician Fernando Chaparro (born 1964), Argentine sprint canoeist José Chaparro (1830–1906), Peruvian politician Janelee Chaparro (born 1991), Puerto Rican model and beauty queen Jonathan Chaparro (born 1999), American social justice and civil rights activist. 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: Chaparro

Spanish

Aldo Chaparro (born 1965), Peruvian sculptor known for his works in stainless steel Benigno Chaparro (born 1958), retired Paraguayan professional footballer Cristián Chaparro (born 1975), former Argentine footballer Ernesto Chaparro (1901–1957), Chilean football defender David Chaparro (1875–1963), Peruvian politician Fernando Chaparro (born 1964), Argentine sprint canoeist José Chaparro (1830–1906), Peruvian politician Janelee Chaparro (born 1991), Puerto Rican model and beauty queen Jonathan Chaparro (born 1999), American social justice and civil rights activist.

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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 Chaparro

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 Chaparro:

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 Chaparro?
The surname Chaparro originates from Spanish. Aldo Chaparro (born 1965), Peruvian sculptor known for his works in stainless steel Benigno Chaparro (born 1958), retired Paraguayan professional footballer Cristián Chaparro (born 1975), former Argentine footballer Ernesto Chaparro (1901–1957), Chilean football defender David Chaparro (1875–1963), Peruvian politician Fernando Chaparro (born 1964), Argentine sprint canoeist José Chaparro (1830–1906), Peruvian politician Janelee Chaparro (born 1991), Puerto Rican model and beauty queen Jonathan Chaparro (born 1999), American social justice and civil rights activist.
What are the origins of the name Barbara Chaparro?
The name Barbara Chaparro combines two different traditions: the first name Barbara has Greek roots, while the surname Chaparro originates from Spanish.
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