Barry
Barry is of Irish Gaelic origin, derived from 'Barra' meaning 'spear' or 'fair-haired.' It can also be an Anglicized form of several Irish surnames, including Ó Beargha.
Current Popularity
#1520 for boys
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Most popular in the mid-20th century, giving it a retro feel
- •Works well as both a given name and nickname for Bartholomew or Finbar
- •Strong association with 1970s-80s pop culture
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Famous People
Barry Manilow
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Barry Bonds
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Barry Gibb
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Barry White
Soul singer
Statistics
181,270
Total births since 1880
1962
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