Barbara is a feminine given name of greek origin, from barbaros, meaning Ò€œforeignÒ€ or Ò€œstrangerÒ€-originally an onomatopoetic term greeks used for those who spoke unintelligible, non-greek Ò€¦ Barbara was among the most popular names for girls in english-speaking countries in the first half of the 20th century but has since decreased in usage in countries such as the united states. What is the meaning of the name barbara?

Meaning of barbara - what does barbara mean? Read the name meaning, origin, pronunciation, and popularity of the baby name barbara for girls. The reason for the name is unknown; Some suggest it is from the woman's name barbara, others that it is perhaps from latin barbata, in medieval latin usnea barbata, literally bearded moss. Barbara as a girls' name is pronounced bar-bra. It is of latin origin, and the meaning of barbara is foreign woman. The adjective was originally applied to anyone who did not speak greek;

Barbara as a girls' name is pronounced bar-bra. It is of latin origin, and the meaning of barbara is foreign woman. The adjective was originally applied to anyone who did not speak greek; It has the Ò€¦