Barbar

Barbar is an unusual masculine name with several possible origins. It may be related to the ancient Berber people of North Africa, or derive from the Greek 'barbaros,' originally referring to non-Greek speakers. Alternatively, it could be a variant of Barbara, which comes from Greek meaning 'foreign' or 'strange,' though traditionally feminine. In some cultures, particularly Middle Eastern, Barbar might be used as a masculine name with local significance. The repetitive sound pattern gives it a strong, memorable quality. While quite rare in Western countries, the name may have cultural significance in specific communities. Its distinctiveness makes it stand out, though the association with the word 'barbarian' in English might present challenges in some contexts.

Barbar is also given to girls.

Pronounced bar-BAR.

As of October 2026, Barbar ranked #10568 in US births in 1981 SSA, peaked at #2989 in 1959.