Barclay
Pronunciation: [ b-AHRKL-ay ]
Barclay is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,625 in the US, popular nicknames include Bar, Bay, and Barie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Barclay first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 24 babies have been named Barclay in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Barclay is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,625 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,625
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Barclay is also used as a boy name, ranked #23342.
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About the Name Barclay
Barclay is a girl name .
Is Barclay a boy or girl name? Barclay is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #64,625 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #23,342. Barclay is more commonly used as a boy name.
Barclay is currently ranked #64,625 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Barclay include Bar, Bay, Barie, and Barcie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis