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Barbara vs Tamiyah

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
Tamiyah Rank #5,451

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 vs #5451 for Tamiyah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barbara or Tamiyah more popular?

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 compared to Tamiyah at #5451 in the United States.

What do Barbara and Tamiyah mean?

Barbara means "foreign woman, stranger" (Greek barbaros origin). Tamiyah means "complete, pure" (Hebrew origin).

Are Barbara and Tamiyah boy or girl names?

Barbara is primarily a girl name. Tamiyah is primarily a girl name.

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