Barley vs Munther

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barley

Boy #24,885 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"barley grain, of the barley field"

Origin: Old English baerlic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24,885
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Bar, Bari, Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Barley Rank #24,885
Munther Rank #24,723

Munther is more popular, ranked #24723 vs #24885 for Barley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Barley ___

  • Barley James
  • Barley Fox
  • Barley Reed
  • Barley Stone
  • Barley Finn
  • Barley Cole

Munther ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Barley

Rye Sage Hazel Oat Clover

If you choose Munther

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barley or Munther more popular?

Munther is more popular, ranked #24723 compared to Barley at #24885 in the United States.

What do Barley and Munther mean?

Barley means "barley grain, of the barley field" (Old English baerlic origin).

Are Barley and Munther boy or girl names?

Barley is primarily a boy name. Munther is primarily a boy name.

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