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Barry vs Guy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barry

Boy #1,421 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fair-haired, blonde head"

Origin: Irish Gaelic Fionnbarra

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,421
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Barry Rank #1,421
Guy Rank #1,562

Barry is more popular, ranked #1421 vs #1562 for Guy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barry or Guy more popular?

Barry is more popular, ranked #1421 compared to Guy at #1562 in the United States.

What do Barry and Guy mean?

Barry means "fair-haired, blonde head" (Irish Gaelic Fionnbarra origin). Guy means "forest" (Germanic origin).

Are Barry and Guy boy or girl names?

Barry is primarily a boy name. Guy is primarily a boy name.

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