Audra vs Barbara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Audra

Girl #1,939 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble strength"

Origin: Old English

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Girl #860 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"foreign woman, stranger"

Origin: Greek barbaros

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Audra Rank #1,939

Barbara Rank #860

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 vs #1939 for Audra.

Is Audra or Barbara more popular?

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 compared to Audra at #1939 in the United States.

What do Audra and Barbara mean?

Audra means "noble strength" (Old English origin). Barbara means "foreign woman, stranger" (Greek barbaros origin).

Are Audra and Barbara boy or girl names?

Audra is primarily a girl name. Barbara is primarily a girl name.