FOR AGES 14 YEARS TO 14 YEARS
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Barbara is commonly used as a feminine given name. The name is derived from the Greek term ‘bárbaros’, meaning ‘strange’ or ‘foreign’. The name, along with its variants, appears in several languages. Barbara is quite a popular first name for girls, especially in English-speaking countries. Some countries where the name appears frequently are Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, Chile, Georgia, Czech Republic, and Russia. Barbara is also an American name for girls, but its popularity seems to be declining since the mid-20th century. One of the earliest mentions of the name is in beliefs of Greek Orthodox and Roman Catholic traditions, where Barbara is a saint and martyr. Thus, Barbara might be a common given name in Christian families. There are also different nicknames for Barbara.
1. Abra
2. Arby
3. Bambi
4. B-girl
5. Bora
6. Boro
7. Bracie
8. Brae
9. Bruna
10. Busy B
11. Butter
12. Buzzkill - If Barbara is never excited about anything.
13. Carla (English origin) - Meaning ‘free’.
14. Lara (Latin origin) - Meaning ‘to shine’.
15. Lyra (Greek origin) - Meaning ‘a lyre’ or ‘a lyric’.
16. Mara (Hebrew origin)
17. Queen B - For someone of high esteem.
18. Rara
19. Barbariffic
20. Barbasaur
21. Barba-tron
22. Barbazilla
23. Bib
24. Bitsy
25. Bobby
26. Bobo
27. Boss
28. Bubbly
29. Burrito
30. Carbie
31. Carbs
32. Rara
33. Sahara (Arabic origin) - Meaning ‘desert’.
34. Abby (Hebrew origin) - Derived from the name Abigail, meaning ‘my Father’s joy’ or ‘fountain of joy’.
35. Abbie - A variation of Abby.
36. Baela (Icelandic origin) - Meaning ‘to suppress’.
37. Barb
38. Barbara Adams - She was a historian and Egyptologist based in Britain. Her name can be a perfect nickname for someone interested in studying history.
39. Barbara Bach - She is a notable American actress and model. Her name can also serve as a nickname for someone who looks alike.
40. Barbara Bestor - She is a notable American architect. The name can work as a nickname for someone named Barbara, who is passionate about architecture,
41. Barbara Cartland - She was a famous contemporary and historical romance novel author. The name can also be a fitting pet name for a romantic or a fantastic storyteller.
42. Barbara Corcoran - She is a successful businesswoman, columnist, and investor. Use her name as a nickname for someone with an aptitude for business.
43. Barbara Crampton - She is a notable actress and producer. You can consider it a nickname for someone aspiring to a similar career.
44. Barbara Elisabeth Van Houten - She was a talented Dutch painter. Her name can be adopted as a pet name for an aspiring painter.
45. Barbara Ercolano - An Italian astrophysicist whose name can be adopted as a nickname for a physics and astronomy student.
46. Barbara Figueroa - She is a notable professional chef whose name can be a nickname if someone named Barbara loves to cook.
47. Barbara Gordon - She is a fictional DC Comics superheroine named Batgirl. The name can also be a nickname for an elusive and acrobatic person.
48. Barbara Holland - She was an American author whose name can be used as a nickname for a talented fiction writer.
49. Barbara Jordan - She is a former professional tennis player. Her name can be given as a nickname to someone wanting to be a professional in the same sport.
50. Barbara Palvin - She is a popular model of Hungarian descent. The name can also be used as a nickname if someone named Barbara aspires to become a professional model.
51. Barbara Streisand - She is an award-winning actress, director, and singer. You can adopt her name as a nickname for a multi-talented and creative woman.
52. Barbi - A variation of Barbie, as in Barbie doll.
53. Barbs -
54. Bae - A modern nickname meaning ‘sweetheart’.
55. Bree
56. Bri
57. Briana - Meaning ‘noble’ or ‘high’.
58. Bruni (English origin)
59. Bo
60. Bobbie
61. Bucky
62. Miss B
63. Aria - Meaning ‘noble one’.
64. Bar - A nickname based on the first syllables of Barbara.
65. Barbela - A feminine alternative of Barbelo, which refers to an emanation of God in Gnostic beliefs.
66. Barbie Doll - Implying Barbara is beautiful like a barbie doll. Interestingly, Barbie is a popular fashion doll named Barbara Milicent Roberts.
67. Barbu
68. Barbz
69. Bee
70. Bell
71. Bella (Latin origin) - Meaning ‘beautiful’.
72. Belle (Latin origin) - It is a French variant of Bella, meaning ‘beautiful’.
73. Berry
74. Bibi
75. Birdie
76. Bobbity
77. Bobito
78. Boblie
79. Bonita - This is a Spanish term meaning ‘pretty’.
80. Bonnie - It is an American nickname meaning ‘beautiful’.
81. Boo
82. Boop
83. Brook - Meaning ‘a small stream’.
84. Bub
85. Bubba
86. Bubblegum
87. Bubbles
88. Bumble Bee
89. Bunny
90. Buzbee
91. Bug
92. Bugsy
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbelo
http://www.thinkbabynames.com/meaning/0/Barbara
https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/v%C3%A4rin%C3%A4
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We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
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