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Barabara

BAHR-buh-ruh

Barabara is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Likely a misspelling of Barbara, meaning "foreign" or "stranger". Of Greek origin.”, and peaked in popularity in 1949.

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginGreek

What Barabara Means

Likely a misspelling of Barbara, meaning "foreign" or "stranger". Of Greek origin.

The Story of Barabara

This name hints at a spirit that thrives beyond familiar borders, venturing into new and uncharted territories.

Likely a variant of the Greek name Barbara, this name carries the historical association of being 'foreign' or a 'stranger'. It speaks to an independence of spirit, an inherent sense of being from somewhere else.

You imagine a daughter who is strong and independent, a kind soul navigating her own path. Her practical nature will guide her through life, always with a generous spirit towards others.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Personality Traits

IndependentStrongKindPractical

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#14 in 1949

Total Births

181

First Recorded

1934

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