Name comparison
Barbara vs Mary
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 10.1x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Barbara | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 611,461 | 6,200,000 |
| Global rank | #57 | #13 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 13,083 | 1 in 1,290 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.7%) | Female (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 2 |
| U.S. bearers | 611,461 | 1,355,849 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 611k for Barbara - a ratio of about 10.1x.
Barbara originates from unknown origins. Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child').
Frequently asked questions
Is Barbara or Mary more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 611,461 for Barbara. That is roughly 10.1x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Barbara and Mary?
Barbara originates from unknown sources. Mary originates from Hebrew.
Are Barbara and Mary used for the same gender?
Both Barbara and Mary are predominantly used as female names.
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