Barbra
Meaning of Barbra
Barbra is a feminine name with origins in Greek. It is a variation of the name Barbara. In British English, Barbra is pronounced as BAR-bruh (/ˈbɑːbrə/), while in American English, it is also pronounced as BAR-bruh (/ˈbɑrbrə/). The name Barbra has been registered for newborns in Iowa since at least 1948, with varying levels of popularity throughout the years. It ranked 261st in 1968, 306th in 1967, and 311th in 1966. While its popularity may have fluctuated over time, the name Barbra continues to maintain its charm and appeal.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as BAR-bruh (/ˈbɑːbrə/)
American English
- Pronunced as BAR-bruh (/ˈbɑrbrə/)
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Notable People Named Barbra
| Barbra Streisand is a renowned American singer, actress, and director with a successful career spanning over six decades, and she is one of the few performers to achieve an EGOT. |
| Barbra Banda is a Zambian footballer who holds the title of Africa's all-time top scorer in Olympic history and plays as a forward for Shanghai Shengli in China. |
