Barry vs Clarence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barry

Boy #1,421 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fair-haired, blonde head"

Origin: Irish Gaelic Fionnbarra

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,421
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bar

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Barry Rank #1,421
Clarence Rank #1,563

Barry is more popular, ranked #1421 vs #1563 for Clarence.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Barry ___

  • Barry James
  • Barry John
  • Barry Michael
  • Barry Thomas
  • Barry Patrick
  • Barry Allen

Clarence ___

  • Clarence James
  • Clarence Thomas
  • Clarence Edward
  • Clarence Arthur
  • Clarence William
  • Clarence Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Barry

Gary Larry Terry Carol Sharon

If you choose Clarence

Harold Eleanor Beatrice Herbert Florence

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barry or Clarence more popular?

Barry is more popular, ranked #1421 compared to Clarence at #1563 in the United States.

What do Barry and Clarence mean?

Barry means "fair-haired, blonde head" (Irish Gaelic Fionnbarra origin). Clarence means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin).

Are Barry and Clarence boy or girl names?

Barry is primarily a boy name. Clarence is primarily a boy name.

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