Barren
boy name#8243 in 2025Barren entered the US charts in 1960, peaked at #3044 in 1963, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1960–2025
#8243
rank today
#3044
peak (1963)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3845 |
| 1970s | #4907 |
| 2010s | #10561 |
| 2020s | #9660 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Barren are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Barren is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Barren in 2025?
- Barren ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Barren most popular?
- Barren peaked in 1963, reaching #3044 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Barren with classmates?
- Barren will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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