Wellington vs Barrington

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wellington

Boy #3,239 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"from the wealthy estate, prosperous settlement"

Origin: Old English 'Weola-ingtun'

Cultural Roots

English British New Zealand American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #3,239
Total SSA Count: 37
Syllables: 4
Formality: Formal

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Barrington

Boy #9,563 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"settlement of Barra's people"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #9,563
Total SSA Count: 9
Syllables: 4
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Wellington Rank #3,239

Barrington Rank #9,563

Wellington is more popular, ranked #3239 vs #9563 for Barrington.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wellington or Barrington more popular?

Wellington is more popular, ranked #3239 compared to Barrington at #9563 in the United States.

What do Wellington and Barrington mean?

Wellington means "from the wealthy estate, prosperous settlement" (Old English 'Weola-ingtun' origin). Barrington means "settlement of Barra's people" (Old English origin).

Are Wellington and Barrington boy or girl names?

Wellington is primarily a boy name. Barrington is primarily a boy name.

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