Barney: Name Meaning, Origin, Nicknames and Popularity

The name Barney is of Greek origin and is a variant of the name Barnabas. It is derived from the Greek name Barnabas, which means "son of encouragement" or "son of consolation." The name Barney is often used as a nickname for Barnabas.

The name Barney is of English origin. It is a diminutive form of the name Barnaby, which has Hebrew roots meaning "son of consolation" or "son of prophecy". The name Barney has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages and gained popularity in the 19th century. It is often seen as a friendly and approachable name.

According to the data from the Social Security Administration, the name "Barney" has declined in popularity over the years. In recent decades, it has become less common. In 2020, the name did not rank within the top 1,000 most popular names for boys in the United States.

1. Barnabus
2. Barnard
3. Bernard
4. Barny
5. Barnie
6. Bari
7. Barn
8. Bane
9. Barnio
10. Bardo

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