Babara

“Foreign woman; stranger”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#646US 2023

1.6kBirths / yr

→Stable

431All-time births

📅 Since 191800

How to pronounce Babara

BAB·AR·uh

/ˈbæb.ˈær.ə/ · stress on BAB · 3 syllables

“Foreign woman; stranger”

English origin · Girl name

What does Babara mean and where does it come from?

Babara is a variant spelling of Barbara, which is derived from the Greek word 'barbaros' (βάρβαρος), meaning 'foreign' or 'strange'. The name Barbara has strong ties to Christian history, as St. Barbara is a revered saint in various Christian traditions. The name has been popularized in many culture

Cultural significance

Babara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of foreign woman; stranger.

Peak popularity

Reached #2402 in 1940 — currently #646 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Babara?

Babara works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Babara Grace

How popular is Babara right now?

Holding steady — currently #646 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1930–2023#646 · Top 0.48%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#646	1,554	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#651	1,534	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#656	1,504	▲ up 4876 · +16611% births
1970	#5532	9	▼ down 1213 · -10% births
1965	#4319	10	▼ down 889 · -29% births
1960	#3430	14	▼ down 260
1955	#3170	14	▲ up 643 · +56% births
1950	#3813	9	▲ up 488 · +50% births
1945	#4301	6	▼ down 1899 · -54% births
1940	#2402	13	▲ up 1260 · +86% births
1935	#3662	7	▲ up 311
1930	#3973	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Babara

Best Year2023Rank #646

Peak Count1,554

Average Rank#3046

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1930 - 202312 years

The story of Babara

Babara entered American naming records in 1918 and has been in use for over 106 years. With 431 total births recorded, Babara remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3973 in 1930 to #646 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Babara in 1940:

Mary Barbara Patricia Judith Betty

Babara by decade

Babara peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	6
1920s	6
1930s	70
1940s ★	107
1950s	104
1960s	102
1970s	25
1980s	11

💎Babara has only 431 total recorded births since 1918 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Babara?

Common

BabBabieBabyAra

What names sound and feel like Babara?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Babara also consider these

Barara

American · Latin

Barbara

Greece · Foreign; strange

Bahara

Arabic · A Arabic name

Barabra

English · Hebrew

Namara

English · A meaningful name

Savara

English · A meaningful name

Babala

Arabic · A Arabic name

Tanara

Sanskrit · Sanskrit

Common questions about the name Babara

What does the name Babara mean?

Babara means "Foreign woman; stranger" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Babara?

Babara is currently ranked #646 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Babara?

Babara originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Babara?

Babara is a three-syllable name pronounced B AE1 B AE1 R AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Babara?

Babara pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.