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Todd 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

Todd Rank #1,598
Barry Rank #1,421

Barry is more popular, ranked #1421 vs #1598 for Todd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Todd or Barry more popular?

Barry is more popular, ranked #1421 compared to Todd at #1598 in the United States.

What do Todd and Barry mean?

Todd means "fox" (Middle English origin). Barry means "fair-haired, blonde head" (Irish Gaelic Fionnbarra origin).

Are Todd and Barry boy or girl names?

Todd is primarily a boy name. Barry is primarily a boy name.

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