Bobbie vs Barbara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bobbie

Girl #2,654 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German

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Girl #860 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"foreign woman, stranger"

Origin: Greek barbaros

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Bobbie Rank #2,654

Barbara Rank #860

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 vs #2654 for Bobbie.

Is Bobbie or Barbara more popular?

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 compared to Bobbie at #2654 in the United States.

What do Bobbie and Barbara mean?

Bobbie means "bright fame" (Old High German origin). Barbara means "foreign woman, stranger" (Greek barbaros origin).

Are Bobbie and Barbara boy or girl names?

Bobbie is primarily a girl name. Barbara is primarily a girl name.