Barrington

“From the town of Baring's enclosure”

England origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6872US 2022

12Births / yr

↓Falling

1.2kAll-time births

📅 Since 192800

How to pronounce Barrington

BAR·ingt·un

/ˈbær.ɪŋt.ən/ · stress on BAR · 3 syllables

“From the town of Baring's enclosure”

England origin · Boy name

What does Barrington mean and where does it come from?

Barrington is of English origin, deriving from a locality name in England, specifically from the term 'Baring' (a person's name) and 'ton', meaning town or settlement. It was traditionally a surname before becoming popular as a given name. The name carries a sense of nobility and has been used in ar

Cultural significance

Barrington has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in England-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from the town of baring's enclosure.

Peak popularity

Reached #1740 in 1984 — currently #6872 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Barrington?

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

Barrington Grace

How popular is Barrington right now?

Falling — down 811 spots — currently #6872 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2022#6872 · Top 5.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#6872	12	▼ down 811 · -14% births
2021	#6061	14	▲ up 984 · +27% births
2020	#7045	11	▼ down 683 · -15% births
2015	#6362	13	▼ down 1481 · -32% births
2010	#4881	19	▲ up 1411 · +58% births
2005	#6292	12	▼ down 2044 · -33% births
2000	#4248	18	▼ down 1927 · -47% births
1995	#2321	34	▼ down 45 · +10% births
1990	#2276	31	▲ up 374 · +63% births
1985	#2650	19	▼ down 517 · -24% births
1980	#2133	25	▲ up 1030 · +108% births
1975	#3163	12	▲ up 539 · +50% births
1970	#3702	8	▼ down 1261 · -33% births
1965	#2441	12	▼ down 147 · -14% births
1960	#2294	14	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Barrington

Best Year1980Rank #2133

Peak Count34

Average Rank#4027

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1950 - 202217 years

The story of Barrington

Barrington entered American naming records in 1928 and has been in use for over 96 years. With 1,234 total births recorded, Barrington remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2994 in 1950, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6872 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Barrington in 1984:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua David

Barrington by decade

Barrington peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	6
1930s	28
1940s	47
1950s	75
1960s	108
1970s	119
1980s	262
1990s ★	290
2000s	155
2010s	133
2020s	11

💎With 1,234 total births, Barrington is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Barrington?

Common

BarBaIngton

What names sound and feel like Barrington?

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

Harrington

England · place name

Karrington

American · from the place

Darrington

United Kingdom · From the oak

Carrington

American · From the hollow

Farrington

Arabic · A Arabic name

Arrington

American · English

Darlington

English · from the farm

Arlington

American · derived from the

Common questions about the name Barrington

What does the name Barrington mean?

Barrington means "From the town of Baring's enclosure" — a name rooted in England 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 Barrington?

Barrington is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Barrington have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Barrington?

Barrington originates from England tradition. England 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 Barrington?

Barrington is a three-syllable name pronounced B AE1 R IH0 NG T AH0 N. 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 Barrington?

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