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Bab is a diminutive feminine name with several possible origins. Most commonly, it functions as a nickname for Barbara, which derives from Greek meaning 'foreign' or 'strange.' In Persian culture,…
English diminutive of Barbara, Greek
"foreign woman"
When the once-popular Barbara makes a comeback, so might Baba.
Babara appears to be a variant of the more common name Barbara, possibly arising from a spelling alteration or transliteration from another language. Barbara has Greek origins meaning "foreign woman"…
Babba is an uncommon feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from various world cultures, including as a form of 'Baba,' which means 'father' or 'elder' in many Slavic and Middle…
Babbie is a charming feminine name that likely evolved as a diminutive form of Barbara, which derives from Greek meaning "foreign" or "strange." It has a warm, affectionate quality that makes it feel…
Babby is a feminine name with origins as a diminutive nickname form of Barbara, though it has occasionally been used as a given name in its own right. The name carries a distinctly affectionate,…
Word name or diminutive of Barbara
You can call your baby "babe," but don't name her that.
Babochka is a feminine name of Russian origin that directly translates to 'butterfly' in Russian. This delicate and whimsical name carries the symbolic meanings associated with…
Nickname for Barbara or Babette
Babs is an old-fashioned nickname for Barbara, itself an old-fashioned name that was hugely popular in the 20th century but that's not (yet) on its way back in. If you really want a vintage-y…
Meaning unknown
Badaidra is an unusual name with some usage in the US.
Bae is a succinct, modern feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Korean, it means 'inspiration' or can relate to the surname meaning 'pear.' However, its recent popularity stems largely…
Spanish surname
Plausible music hero choice with undertones of Joan Baez's social activist folkie persona.
Baha is a feminine name with Arabic and Persian origins, though it can also be used for males in some cultures. The name means 'splendor,' 'glory,' or 'brilliance,' conveying radiance and beauty. It…
Persian, Turkish, Kurdish
"spring"
This popular Muslim name would more easily translate to English-speaking cultures in its Bahar form.
Spanish
"bay"
Cool tropical Latin word name.
Arabic
"dazzling, brilliant"
A pretty Arabic possibility which would work well in many languages.
German surname
"bear, boar"
This alluring Spanish nature name would fit in with classmates Mar, Cielo, and Sol.
Portuguese
This possible word name, which rhymes with Maia, makes an even more distinctive alternative.
