Barren
Pronunciation: [ b-AR-uhn ]
Barren is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,258 in the US, popular nicknames include Bar, Bay, and Barie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Barren first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 86 babies have been named Barren in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Barren is past its peak , currently ranked #19,258 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,258
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Barren
Barren is a boy name .
Barren is currently ranked #19,258 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Barren include Bar, Bay, Barie, and Barrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Barren include Barrett, Barron, Barry, Barret . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis