Barnaby
Pronunciation: [ b-AHRN-uhb-ee ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Barnaby first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 375 babies have been named Barnaby in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Barnaby is past its peak , currently ranked #13,109 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,109
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Old English origin
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Scottish Gaelic origin
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Greek origin
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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.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis