Barnabas

Pronunciation: [ b-AHRN-uhb-uhs ]

Boy Name #4,616 Most Popular Hidden Gem

Ranked #4616, Barnabas is an uncommon boy name with a distinctive personality.

Meaning & Origin

Barnabas is a boy name, recorded for 22 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced b-AHRN-uhb-uhs.

Parents who love the name Barnabas often also consider Barbara, Bama, Barney .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #4,616
Total SSA Count: 22

Nicknames

Bar Bay Barie Barnie

Similar Names

Barbara Bama Barney Bailey Basil Baxter Bart Ballard

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Frequently Asked Questions About Barnabas

Is Barnabas a boy or girl name?

Barnabas is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Barnabas?

Barnabas is pronounced b-AHRN-uhb-uhs.

How popular is the name Barnabas?

Barnabas is currently ranked #4616 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Barnabas?

Common nicknames for Barnabas include Bar, Bay, Barie, and Barnie.

Is Barnabas a common or rare name?

Barnabas is an uncommon name, ranked #4616 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Barnabas

Barnabas is a boy name .

Barnabas is currently ranked #4,616 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Barnabas include Bar, Bay, Barie, and Barnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.