Barris
Pronunciation: [ b-AR-ihs ]
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Barris first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 5 babies have been named Barris in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Barris is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #25,412 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #25,412
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Barris
Barris is a boy name .
Barris is currently ranked #25,412 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Barris include Bar, Barr, Barry, Barrie, Bay, Baie, and Barkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Barris include Barrett, Barron, Barry, Barret . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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