Barbara Tillis

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Barbara Tillis — foreign, stranger
1.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Barbara Tillis 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 Tillis: Antonio D. Tillis, American academic administrator Darren Tillis (born 1960), American basketball player Frederick C. Tillis (1930–2020), American composer Iciss Tillis (born 1981), American basketball player James Tillis (born 1957), American boxer and actor Mel Tillis (1932–2017), American country music singer and songwriter Pam Tillis (born 1957), American country music singer and actress, daughter of Mel Rick Tillis (born 1963), American politician Thom Tillis (born 1960), American politician 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: Tillis

English

Antonio D. Tillis, American academic administrator Darren Tillis (born 1960), American basketball player Frederick C. Tillis (1930–2020), American composer Iciss Tillis (born 1981), American basketball player James Tillis (born 1957), American boxer and actor Mel Tillis (1932–2017), American country music singer and songwriter Pam Tillis (born 1957), American country music singer and actress, daughter of Mel Rick Tillis (born 1963), American politician Thom Tillis (born 1960), American politician

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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 Tillis

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 Tillis:

7
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Tillis?
The surname Tillis originates from English. Antonio D. Tillis, American academic administrator Darren Tillis (born 1960), American basketball player Frederick C. Tillis (1930–2020), American composer Iciss Tillis (born 1981), American basketball player James Tillis (born 1957), American boxer and actor Mel Tillis (1932–2017), American country music singer and songwriter Pam Tillis (born 1957), American country music singer and actress, daughter of Mel Rick Tillis (born 1963), American politician Thom Tillis (born 1960), American politician
What are the origins of the name Barbara Tillis?
The name Barbara Tillis combines two different traditions: the first name Barbara has Greek roots, while the surname Tillis originates from English.
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