Name comparison
Barbara vs Stephanie
Stephanie is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.1x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Barbara | Stephanie |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 611,461 | 668,402 |
| Global rank | #57 | #50 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 13,083 | 1 in 11,969 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.7%) | Female (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 611,461 | 668,402 |
How they differ
Stephanie has approximately 668k living bearers compared to 611k for Barbara - a ratio of about 1.1x.
Barbara originates from unknown origins. Stephanie originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Barbara or Stephanie more popular?
Stephanie is more popular worldwide, with approximately 668,402 estimated living bearers compared to 611,461 for Barbara. That is roughly 1.1x more bearers of Stephanie.
What is the difference in origin between Barbara and Stephanie?
Barbara originates from unknown sources. Stephanie originates from unknown sources.
Are Barbara and Stephanie used for the same gender?
Both Barbara and Stephanie are predominantly used as female names.
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