Barbara Stillman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Barbara Stillman — foreign, stranger
1.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Barbara Stillman 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 Stillman: Al Stillman (1906–1979), American lyricist Ary Stillman (1891–1967), Russian-American painter Bob Stillman (born 1954), American actor, singer, and songwriter. Bruce William Stillman (born 1953), Australian biochemist and molecular biologist Charles Stillman (1810–1875), American business magnate and founder of Brownsville, Texas; father of James Stillman, grandfather of James Stillman Rockefeller Cory Stillman (born 1973), Canadian professional ice hockey player Denise Stillman (1971–2018), American businesswoman Ellicott R. 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: Stillman

English

Al Stillman (1906–1979), American lyricist Ary Stillman (1891–1967), Russian-American painter Bob Stillman (born 1954), American actor, singer, and songwriter. Bruce William Stillman (born 1953), Australian biochemist and molecular biologist Charles Stillman (1810–1875), American business magnate and founder of Brownsville, Texas; father of James Stillman, grandfather of James Stillman Rockefeller Cory Stillman (born 1973), Canadian professional ice hockey player Denise Stillman (1971–2018), American businesswoman Ellicott R.

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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 Stillman

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 Stillman:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Stillman?
The surname Stillman originates from English. Al Stillman (1906–1979), American lyricist Ary Stillman (1891–1967), Russian-American painter Bob Stillman (born 1954), American actor, singer, and songwriter. Bruce William Stillman (born 1953), Australian biochemist and molecular biologist Charles Stillman (1810–1875), American business magnate and founder of Brownsville, Texas; father of James Stillman, grandfather of James Stillman Rockefeller Cory Stillman (born 1973), Canadian professional ice hockey player Denise Stillman (1971–2018), American businesswoman Ellicott R.
What are the origins of the name Barbara Stillman?
The name Barbara Stillman combines two different traditions: the first name Barbara has Greek roots, while the surname Stillman originates from English.
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