Barbara vs Mary
Barbara
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Foreign, strange
Peak: 1938 (3.44%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Barbara | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.13% | 7.24% |
| 1890 | 0.12% | 5.99% |
| 1900 | 0.11% | 5.26% |
| 1910 | 0.15% | 5.44% |
| 1920 | 0.41% | 5.71% |
| 1930 | 1.57% | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 3.11% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 2.36% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 1.18% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 0.44% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 0.14% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 0.07% | 0.42% |
| 2000 | 0.03% | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is Barbara or Mary more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Barbara peaked in 1938 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do Barbara and Mary mean?
Barbara means "Foreign, strange" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".