Barrie
Meaning of Barrie
Barrie is a unisex name of English origin. It is pronounced as BAIR-ee (/bɑrˈi/). The name Barrie has variations such as Barry. In terms of popularity, according to data from newborns in New York, the name Barrie had varying occurrences and rankings throughout the years. For instance, in 1955 it was given to 5 newborns with a rank of 841, while in 1939 it was given to 6 newborns with a rank of 508. The name Barrie carries no specific associations or meanings, making it a versatile choice for parents who prefer gender-neutral names or simply admire its unique sound.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as BAIR-ee (/bɑrˈi/)
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Notable People Named Barrie
| Barrie Cassidy is an Australian political journalist, radio and television host, and commentator known for hosting the Sunday morning political commentary program Insiders and the long form interview program One Plus One. |
| Barrie Thorne is a professor of sociology and Gender and Women's Studies at the University of California, Berkeley. |
| Barrie John Unsworth was the 36th Premier of New South Wales and a former Australian politician for the Labor Party. |
| Barrie Colin Keeffe was an English dramatist and screenwriter, best known for his screenplay for The Long Good Friday (1980) and his exploration of social and political issues. |
| Barrie Charles Robran MBE is a former Australian rules footballer known for his successful career with North Adelaide in the SANFL and winning the Magarey Medal three times. |
| Barrie Wilson - Barrie A. Wilson is a Professor Emeritus and Senior Scholar at York University, specializing in movements in early Christianity and with a background in teaching Ancient Philosophy and Logic. |
| Barrie Dunsmore was a Canadian journalist known for his 30-year coverage of foreign affairs for ABC News. |
| Barrie Mitchell Osborne is an American film producer, production manager, and director. |
| Barrie Spencer Jones is a Welsh former professional footballer who made over 350 appearances in The Football League and represented Wales at both under-23 and senior level. |
| Barrie Stanton Ingham was a versatile English actor known for his work in television, stage, and film. |
| Barrie Roberts was a versatile English author, folk singer, freelance journalist, and criminal lawyer. |
| Barrie James Frost was a New Zealand-born Canadian psychologist and neuroscientist. |
| John William Barrie Devenport was a notable New Zealand swimmer and lifesaver, known for being the first person in modern history to swim Cook Strait. |
| Barrie Williams was a Welsh football coach known for managing Sutton United and the England women's team, as well as for his background in English Literature and love for quoting Shakespeare and Kipling. |
| Barrie Hansen was a Canadian football defensive back and occasional punt returner who played for several teams in the Canadian Football League. |
