Barbara Englert

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Barbara Englert — foreign, stranger
1.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Barbara Englert 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 Englert: Alice Englert (born 1994), Australian actress Berthold-Georg Englert (born 1953), Provost's Chair Professor at the National University of Singapore Carrie Englert (born 1957), United States gymnastics champion in floor exercise and balance beam in 1976 François Englert (born 1932), Belgian theoretical physicist and Nobel laureate Helena Englert (born 2000), Polish actress J.F. 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: Englert

Slavic

Alice Englert (born 1994), Australian actress Berthold-Georg Englert (born 1953), Provost's Chair Professor at the National University of Singapore Carrie Englert (born 1957), United States gymnastics champion in floor exercise and balance beam in 1976 François Englert (born 1932), Belgian theoretical physicist and Nobel laureate Helena Englert (born 2000), Polish actress J.F.

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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 Englert

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 Englert:

7
Expression Number

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

4
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Englert?
The surname Englert originates from Slavic. Alice Englert (born 1994), Australian actress Berthold-Georg Englert (born 1953), Provost's Chair Professor at the National University of Singapore Carrie Englert (born 1957), United States gymnastics champion in floor exercise and balance beam in 1976 François Englert (born 1932), Belgian theoretical physicist and Nobel laureate Helena Englert (born 2000), Polish actress J.F.
What are the origins of the name Barbara Englert?
The name Barbara Englert combines two different traditions: the first name Barbara has Greek roots, while the surname Englert originates from Slavic.
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