Barbara vs Audra

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barbara

Girl #860 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"foreign woman, stranger"

Origin: Greek barbaros

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Girl #1,939 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble strength"

Origin: Old English

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Barbara Rank #860

Audra Rank #1,939

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

Is Barbara or Audra more popular?

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

What do Barbara and Audra mean?

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

Are Barbara and Audra boy or girl names?

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