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Barbara vs Waddell

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
Waddell Rank #26,038

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 vs #26038 for Waddell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barbara or Waddell more popular?

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 compared to Waddell at #26038 in the United States.

What do Barbara and Waddell mean?

Barbara means "foreign woman, stranger" (Greek barbaros origin).

Are Barbara and Waddell boy or girl names?

Barbara is primarily a girl name. Waddell is primarily a boy name.

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