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Haven vs Barry

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

Haven Rank #1,482
Barry Rank #1,421

Barry is more popular, ranked #1421 vs #1482 for Haven.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Haven or Barry more popular?

Barry is more popular, ranked #1421 compared to Haven at #1482 in the United States.

What do Haven and Barry mean?

Haven means "safe harbor, place of refuge" (Old English origin). Barry means "fair-haired, blonde head" (Irish Gaelic Fionnbarra origin).

Are Haven and Barry boy or girl names?

Haven is primarily a boy name. Barry is primarily a boy name.

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