Barber

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Barber means "barber" or "one who cuts hair".
Popularity
Barber is not a particularly common name worldwide. According to recent statistics, it ranks outside of the top 1000 names in most countries.

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Barber Name meanings & History

The origin of the name Barber is English or French, derived from the profession of barber (a person who cuts hair, shaves beards, and performs other related services). The name Barber means "barber" or "one who cuts hair". Transferred use of the surname Barber. The name Barber is most often used as a last name, but could also be used as a first name for parents who are seeking a unique name that is connected to a specific profession or trade.

Zodiac Sign of Barber: Beauty Taurus,Brains Libra

Synonyms of Barber:

B: Bountiful,Beauty,Brains,Bashful

A: Angry,Ambitious,Aggressive,Action,Assertive,Argumentative

R: Resourceful,Reason,Restless,Rational

E: Entertain,Expressive,Enlighten,Enliven,Environment,Exaggerate

Barber is:

  • a Informal name
  • a Modern name
  • a Unintellectual name
  • a Youthful name

Famous People

While not a common first name, Barber has been used as a last name by many notable people throughout history, including poets Richard Barber and Lynn Barber, songwriter Samuel Barber, and baseball player Bobby Barber.

2.) Barber (Female)

Usage: East Frisian

Meanings: The name Barber likely reflects the profession of a barber or hairdresser.


cartoon of the name Barber
Cartoon of Barber

Description: The origins of the name Barber are unclear, but it is believed to have come from the Old French word "barbier," meaning "barber" or "shaver.". The name Barber likely reflects the profession of a barber or hairdresser. Transferred use of the surname Barber. Barber is a rare name that is suitable for either gender. It could be a good choice for parents who work in the hair or beauty industry and want to pay homage to their profession, or for those who simply like the sound of the name.

Related Names to Barber

Some similar names to Barber might include Barbera, Barbet, or Barbra for girls, and Barbour or Barnaby for boys.

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