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Barbara vs Denver

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barbara

Girl #860 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"foreign woman, stranger"

Origin: Greek barbaros

Cultural Roots

English American German Italian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#860
Total SSA Count
313
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Barbara Rank #860
Denver Rank #777

Denver is more popular, ranked #777 vs #860 for Barbara.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barbara or Denver more popular?

Denver is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Barbara at #860 in the United States.

What do Barbara and Denver mean?

Barbara means "foreign woman, stranger" (Greek barbaros origin). Denver means "from the green valley" (Old French origin).

Are Barbara and Denver boy or girl names?

Barbara is primarily a girl name. Denver is primarily a girl name.

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