Barbara as a Female Name
Barbara is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Barbara for a girl get a name with a clear Greek heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Barbara means “foreign, stranger” and is of Greek origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Barbra, Barb, Babette, Varvara, Barbie.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Barbara across all genders, see the complete Barbara name meaning.
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Is Barbara a girl's name?+
Barbara is most commonly a girl's name. It means “foreign, stranger” and is of Greek origin.
What does Barbara mean?+
Barbara means “foreign, stranger” and originates from Greek.