Barbel name Meaning and Dictionary
- Name
- Barbel
- Name Meaning
- "Barbel" Foreign or strange.
- Definition
- A feminine that is of German origin and means "strange".
- Pronunciations
- BAA-RBehL
- bärbel
- bar-bel
- Syllable
- Barbel Syllable count: There are 2 syllables in the name Barbel
- Divide Barbel into syllables: bar-bel
Barbel Overview and Analysis
Barbel Gender statistics
The name Barbel is typically used for Girls. Its a Feminine name with clear gender identification.
Popularity of the name Barbel
The name Barbel is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 138,440th most popular name in the Namedary database.
| Country | In-Country Rank | Population Share |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 2,762 | 0% |
| Australia | 30,529 | 0% |
| United States | 138,582 | 0% |
| Canada | 138,582 | 0% |
| United Kingdom | 138,582 | 0% |
Where to find Barbel?
The name Barbel is predominantly found in New Zealand (NZ), where it constitutes 0% of the total population.
Barbel Usage Trend Over Time
In recent years, the trend of using the name Barbel has been static and not widely adopted when choosing names for babies. The name Barbel was most used in 1955 with a usage rate of 66.67%. It was least used in 1965 with a usage rate of 33.33%.
To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.
Similar Names to Barbel
Names with a Similar Sound to Barbel
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Two Syllable Names Similar to Barbel
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Names starting with B
The name Barbel begins with the letter B. Here is a list of names that start with the letter B, similar to Barbel:
- Birgitt
- Berys
- Basilike
- Biruta
- Baiba
- Brigite
- Bonitia
- Baronica
- Berendina
- Bibyan
- Biddie
- Briggitte
- Burnadette
- Blazenka
- Berris
- Biunca
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Origin and History of the name Barbel
This name derives from the Ancient Greek “bárbaros (βάρβαρος)”, meaning “foreign, brutal, ignorant, stutterer, who cannot speak”.
It is made to imitate the sounds’ βαρ-βαρ-βαρ-βαρ’ spoken by foreigners, hence the Greek idiom “πᾶς μὴ Ἕλλην βάρβαρος” (pas mē Hellēn bárbaros) which literally means “whoever is not Greek is a barbarian”.
Should also be noted that the Ancient Greek term” bambaínō (βαμβαίνω) bambalúzdō (βαμβαλύζδω)” and the Sanskrit “balbalā”, meaning “stammering, stuttering”.
In Roman Catholic and Greek Orthodox tradition, Santa Barbara was an early Christian saint and martyr.
The testimonies place her in the 3rd-century to Nicomedia, Turkey’s current seat or Heliopolis of Phoenicia, now Lebanon.
Santa Barbara is often portrayed with small chains and a tower.Santa Barbara is the patron saint of gunners.
She is also traditionally the patron saint of gunsmiths, military engineers, miners, and anyone else who works with guns and explosives.
She is called upon against thunder and lightning and all accidents resulting from gunpowder explosions, whose existence is probably a legend.
Barbel in Chinese
- Translation
- 巴贝尔
- Pronunce
- (PinYin) : bā bèi ěr
Barbel in Numerology
| B | A | R | B | E | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | ||||
| 2 | 9 | 2 | 3 |
Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):
- Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 6
- Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 7
- Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 22
Conclusions about the name Barbel
Should you named your daughter Barbel?
According to the gender statistics, the name Barbel is strongly associated with girls. This is because the name Barbel is most commonly given to girls. As a result, people will generally assume that a baby named Barbel is a girl.
Barbel is a gender-appropriate name for a daughter. However, it is not a gender-appropriate name for a son.
Is Barbel a good name?
The name Barbel strike a harmonious balance between being easy to pronounce and possessing a touch of personality. The name Barbel offer a pleasing cadence and a hint of individuality, making them a popular choice for parents.
What are the Pros and Cons of the name Barbel?
Pros of the name Barbel:
- Uniqueness: Your child will probably be the only one or one of a few people with their name, which can make them feel special and unique.
- Potential for creativity: You have the freedom to choose a name that is truly unique and reflects your child's personality.
- May not become dated: If Barbel has not changed in popularity for a long time, it is unlikely to go out of style.
Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child Barbel is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.