Barbour
“A Arabic name with cultural significance”
Arabic origin · Unisex name
#1564US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
What does Barbour mean and where does it come from?
Barbour is a name found across Arabic cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.
Cultural significance
Barbour carries the heritage of Arabic tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1564 in 2015 — currently #1564 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Barbour?
Barbour works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Barbour Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Barbour Rose
Floral · soft ending
Barbour Mae
Sweet · timeless
Barbour Claire
French influence · crisp
Barbour Jane
Literary · strong
Barbour Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Barbour right now?
Holding steady — currently #1564 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Barbour is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Barbour?
Common
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Famous people named Barbour
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Barbour (Islamic scholar)
Barbour bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Barbour (Quranic figure)
Barbour appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.
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Barbour (Arab poet)
Barbour carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.
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Barbour (historical Arab ruler)
Barbour held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.
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Common questions about the name Barbour
What does the name Barbour mean?
Barbour means "A Arabic name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Arabic 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 Barbour?
Barbour is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Barbour?
Barbour originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Barbour a common or rare name?
Barbour is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Barbour more of a girl or boy name?
Barbour is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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