Varvara

“foreign; stranger” — Associated with Saint Barbara

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9556US 2023

11Births / yr

↑Rising

141All-time births

📅 Since 197500

How to pronounce Varvara

vur-va-rə(russian)

/vur-va-rə(russian)/ · · 3 syllables

“foreign; stranger”

Associated with Saint Barbara · Greece origin

What does Varvara mean and where does it come from?

Varvara is of Greek origin, and the name means 'foreign' or 'stranger.' It is popular in Greece and carries cultural significance, often associated with Saint Barbara, a Christian martyr. The name has variations in several languages, including Barbara in English and Spanish. In Russia, Varvara is st

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #7006 in 2016 — currently #9556 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Varvara?

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

Varvara Grace

How popular is Varvara right now?

Rising fast — up 3918 spots — currently #9556 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#9556 · Top 7.1%

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2000

2015

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2021

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9556	11	▲ up 3918 · +57% births
2022	#13474	7	▼ down 5054 · -46% births
2021	#8420	13	▲ up 5307 · +117% births
2020	#13727	6	▼ down 4051 · -45% births
2015	#9676	11	▲ up 6075 · +120% births
2000	#15751	5	▼ down 5154
1975	#10597	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Varvara

Best Year2021Rank #8420

Peak Count13

Average Rank#11600

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 20237 years

The story of Varvara

Varvara is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1975. With 141 total births recorded, Varvara remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10597 in 1975 to #9556 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Varvara in 2016:

Emma Olivia Ava Sophia Isabella

Varvara by decade

Varvara peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1990s	5
2000s	17
2010s ★	108
2020s	6

💎Varvara has only 141 total recorded births since 1975 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Varvara?

CROATIAN

BaraBarica

CZECH

Bára

ENGLISH

BabsBarbBarbieBobbiBobbie

GERMAN

Bärbel

What names sound and feel like Varvara?

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

Barbara

Greece · Foreign; strange

Bardara

Balkan countries · To be brave

Tarmara

Hebrew · Hebrew

Darbara

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Barara

American · Latin

Tavara

American · invented name; likely

Savara

English · A meaningful name

Lavara

Spanish · Spanish

How is Varvara written in other languages?

Macedonian), Βαρβαρα

Greek

Common questions about the name Varvara

What does the name Varvara mean?

Varvara means "foreign; stranger" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Varvara?

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

What is the cultural origin of Varvara?

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

What sibling names go well with Varvara?

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

Is Varvara trending right now?

Varvara is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.