Barb – Name Meaning
The name Barb is of English origin and is derived from the Latin word “barba”, which means beard. It was originally used as a nickname for someone with a full beard or a long, bushy one. The name has been in use since the Middle Ages and has become increasingly popular in recent years.
History and Origin
The name Barb is believed to have originated in England during the Middle Ages. It was first used as a nickname for someone with a full beard or a long, bushy one. The name was also used to refer to someone who was strong-willed or independent. In some cases, it may have been used to describe someone who was considered to be an outsider or rebel.
The name Barb has been in use since at least the 16th century and has become increasingly popular in recent years. It is now commonly used as both a given name and a surname.
Popularity
Barb is not currently among the top 1000 most popular names in the United States, but it does appear on the Social Security Administration’s list of baby names that are increasing in popularity. In 2018, there were over 500 babies born with the name Barb in the United States.
Famous People Named Barb
There are several famous people who have the name Barb, including:
- Barbara Bush (1925-2018), former First Lady of the United States
- Barbara Walters (born 1929), American television journalist and author
- Barbara Streisand (born 1942), American singer, songwriter, actress, and director
- Barbara Eden (born 1931), American actress best known for her role as Jeannie on I Dream of Jeannie
Variations of the Name
There are several variations of the name Barb that can be found around the world. Some of these include: Barbe (French), Barbi (Italian), Barbora (Czech/Slovakian), Barbro (Swedish), Bárbara (Spanish/Portuguese).
