Barbara Schuh

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Barbara Schuh — foreign, stranger
1.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Barbara Schuh 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 Schuh: Anneliese Schuh-Proxauf (1922–2020), Austrian former alpine skier who competed in the 1948 Winter Olympics Audrey Schuh (born 1931), American operatic soprano Bérengère Schuh (born 1984), French athlete Christopher Schuh (born 1975), American metallurgist Dieter Schuh (born 1942), German Tibetologist, entrepreneur and politician Frederic Degraw Schuh (born 1934), American Plastic Surgeon Frederik Schuh (1875–1966), Dutch mathematician Gotthard Schuh (1897–1969), Swiss photographer and painter Harald Schuh (born 1974), Austrian politician Harry Schuh (1942–2013), American football player Jakob . 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: Schuh

French

Anneliese Schuh-Proxauf (1922–2020), Austrian former alpine skier who competed in the 1948 Winter Olympics Audrey Schuh (born 1931), American operatic soprano Bérengère Schuh (born 1984), French athlete Christopher Schuh (born 1975), American metallurgist Dieter Schuh (born 1942), German Tibetologist, entrepreneur and politician Frederic Degraw Schuh (born 1934), American Plastic Surgeon Frederik Schuh (1875–1966), Dutch mathematician Gotthard Schuh (1897–1969), Swiss photographer and painter Harald Schuh (born 1974), Austrian politician Harry Schuh (1942–2013), American football player Jakob .

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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 Schuh

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 Schuh:

3
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

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

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 Schuh?
The surname Schuh originates from French. Anneliese Schuh-Proxauf (1922–2020), Austrian former alpine skier who competed in the 1948 Winter Olympics Audrey Schuh (born 1931), American operatic soprano Bérengère Schuh (born 1984), French athlete Christopher Schuh (born 1975), American metallurgist Dieter Schuh (born 1942), German Tibetologist, entrepreneur and politician Frederic Degraw Schuh (born 1934), American Plastic Surgeon Frederik Schuh (1875–1966), Dutch mathematician Gotthard Schuh (1897–1969), Swiss photographer and painter Harald Schuh (born 1974), Austrian politician Harry Schuh (1942–2013), American football player Jakob .
What are the origins of the name Barbara Schuh?
The name Barbara Schuh combines two different traditions: the first name Barbara has Greek roots, while the surname Schuh originates from French.
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