Name comparison
Barbara vs Stephen
Stephen is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.0x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Barbara | Stephen |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 611,461 | 628,292 |
| Global rank | #57 | #53 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 13,083 | 1 in 12,733 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.7%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 611,461 | 628,292 |
How they differ
Stephen has approximately 628k living bearers compared to 611k for Barbara - a ratio of about 1.0x.
Barbara originates from unknown origins. Stephen originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Barbara or Stephen more popular?
Stephen is more popular worldwide, with approximately 628,292 estimated living bearers compared to 611,461 for Barbara. That is roughly 1.0x more bearers of Stephen.
What is the difference in origin between Barbara and Stephen?
Barbara originates from unknown sources. Stephen originates from unknown sources.
Are Barbara and Stephen used for the same gender?
Barbara is 0.3% male, while Stephen is 99.7% male.
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