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Talitha vs Barbara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barbara

Girl #860 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"foreign woman, stranger"

Origin: Greek barbaros

Cultural Roots

English American German Italian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#860
Total SSA Count
313
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Talitha Rank #3,254
Barbara Rank #860

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 vs #3254 for Talitha.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Talitha or Barbara more popular?

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 compared to Talitha at #3254 in the United States.

What do Talitha and Barbara mean?

Talitha means "little girl, maiden" (Aramaic origin). Barbara means "foreign woman, stranger" (Greek barbaros origin).

Are Talitha and Barbara boy or girl names?

Talitha is primarily a girl name. Barbara is primarily a girl name.

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