Barnes
boy name#8910 in 2025Barnes entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #2405 in 1943, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
#8910
rank today
#2405
peak (1943)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3058 |
| 1920s | #3244 |
| 1930s | #3312 |
| 1940s | #3050 |
| 1950s | #3643 |
| 2000s | #12491 |
| 2010s | #10630 |
| 2020s | #9743 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Barnes are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Barnes alive today was born around 1952, making them about 73 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Barnes in 2025?
- Barnes ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Barnes most popular?
- Barnes peaked in 1943, reaching #2405 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Barnes with classmates?
- Barnes will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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