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Barbara vs Tara

Choosing between Barbara and Tara? Compare meanings, origins, and popularity trends to find the perfect baby name.

Barbara
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Foreign, strange
Peak: 1938 (3.44%)
Tara
Gender: girl
Peak: 1972 (0.45%)

Popularity Comparison

YearBarbaraTara
18800.13%-
18900.12%-
19000.11%-
19100.15%-
19200.41%-
19301.57%-
19403.11%-
19502.36%0.01%
19601.18%0.03%
19700.44%0.29%
19800.14%0.35%
19900.07%0.19%
20000.03%0.07%

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FAQ

Is Barbara or Tara more popular?
Barbara has historically been more popular. Barbara peaked in 1938 while Tara peaked in 1972.
What is the meaning of Barbara?
Barbara means "Foreign, strange" and has Greek origins.
What is the meaning of Tara?
The meaning of Tara is not well documented in our database.
Can Barbara and Tara be used as sibling names?
Barbara and Tara can work well as sibling names. They come from different origins, giving a diverse feel.