Barnaby

Pronunciation: [ b-AHRN-uhb-ee ]

Boy Name #13,109 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Barnaby is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced b-AHRN-uhb-ee.

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

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #13,109
Total SSA Count: 7

Alternative Spellings

Barnabas #4616

Nicknames

Bar Bay Barie Barnie

Similar Names

Barbara Bama Barney Bailey Basil Baxter Bart Ballard

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Frequently Asked Questions About Barnaby

Is Barnaby a boy or girl name?

Barnaby is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Barnaby?

Barnaby is pronounced b-AHRN-uhb-ee.

How popular is the name Barnaby?

Barnaby is currently ranked #13109 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Barnaby?

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

Is Barnaby a common or rare name?

Barnaby is an uncommon name, ranked #13109 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Barnaby

Barnaby is a boy name .

Barnaby is currently ranked #13,109 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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

Alternative spellings of Barnaby include Barnabas . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.