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Tamia 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

Tamia Rank #3,085
Barbara Rank #860

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 vs #3085 for Tamia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tamia or Barbara more popular?

Barbara is more popular, ranked #860 compared to Tamia at #3085 in the United States.

What do Tamia and Barbara mean?

Tamia means "storehouse keeper, one who distributes" (Greek origin). Barbara means "foreign woman, stranger" (Greek barbaros origin).

Are Tamia and Barbara boy or girl names?

Tamia is primarily a girl name. Barbara is primarily a girl name.

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