Jemima vs Barbara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jemima

Girl #3,015 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"dove"

Origin: Hebrew

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Girl #860 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"foreign woman, stranger"

Origin: Greek barbaros

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Jemima Rank #3,015

Barbara Rank #860

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 vs #3015 for Jemima.

Is Jemima or Barbara more popular?

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 compared to Jemima at #3015 in the United States.

What do Jemima and Barbara mean?

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

Are Jemima and Barbara boy or girl names?

Jemima is primarily a girl name. Barbara is primarily a girl name.