BoyEnglish origin

Barnaby: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

A son of consolation, comforting and warm.

Origin
English
Syllables
3
Current rank
#12119
Peak
#2205 in 1974

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1953: #345619531960: #310919601970: #478419701980: #311119801990: #725619902005: #1166220052010: #979820102020: #121192020#1#12119

What Barnaby Means

Barnaby is a boy name of English origin. A son of consolation, comforting and warm.

How Popular Barnaby Is

Barnaby currently ranks #12119 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2205 in 1974. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Barnaby

  • Barnaby is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Barnaby is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
  • It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.

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Sibling Names for Barnaby

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Questions About Barnaby

What does Barnaby mean?

Barnaby is a boy name of English origin. A son of consolation, comforting and warm.

How popular is Barnaby?

Barnaby currently ranks #12119 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2205 in 1974. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Barnaby come from?

Barnaby comes from English roots. Barnaby is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.

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