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Obert vs Barnes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barnes

Boy #7,718 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"near the barns, barn keeper"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#7,718
Total SSA Count
11
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Obert Rank #7,853
Barnes Rank #7,718

Barnes is more popular, ranked #7718 vs #7853 for Obert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Obert or Barnes more popular?

Barnes is more popular, ranked #7718 compared to Obert at #7853 in the United States.

What do Obert and Barnes mean?

Barnes means "near the barns, barn keeper" (Old English origin).

Are Obert and Barnes boy or girl names?

Obert is primarily a boy name. Barnes is primarily a boy name.

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