Barlow

Q: How popular is the name Barlow?

Barlow is ranked #10931 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ b-AHRL-oh ]

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Boy Name #10,931 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Barlow is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced b-AHRL-oh.

Parents who love the name Barlow often also consider Bennington, Miheir, Anvik .

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Popularity Over Time

#10,931

Current Rank

Peaked 1953 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #10,931
Total SSA Count: 8

Nicknames

Bar Bay Barie Barlie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Barlow

Is Barlow a boy or girl name?

Barlow is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Barlow?

Barlow is pronounced b-AHRL-oh.

How popular is the name Barlow?

Barlow is currently ranked #10931 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Barlow?

Common nicknames for Barlow include Bar, Bay, Barie, and Barlie.

Is Barlow a common or rare name?

Barlow is an uncommon name, ranked #10931 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Barlow

Barlow is a boy name .

Barlow is currently ranked #10,931 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Barlow include Bar, Bay, Barie, and Barlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.