Barny

Meaning of Barny

Barny is a male name with origins in both English and Hebrew. In English, Barny is derived from the name Barney, which itself is a diminutive of the name Barnabas. The name Barny carries strong associations with strength and comfort. In British English, it is pronounced as BAHR-nee (/ˈbɑːni/), while in American English, it is pronounced as BAR-nee (/ˈbɑrni/). Despite its relatively low popularity in recent years, the name Barny has been used for several decades in the United States. In 1961, there were 5 occurrences of newborns being named Barny in the United States, ranking at number 4067.

Pronunciation

British English

  • Pronunced as BAHR-nee (/ˈbɑːni/)

American English

  • Pronunced as BAR-nee (/ˈbɑrni/)

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Notable People Named Barny

Barny Boatman - Barny M. P. Boatman is an English professional poker player and the oldest member of The Hendon Mob, residing in Archway.
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