Barney

A boys’ name of Hebrew origin, meaning son of comfort; a form of Barnaby.

Babies a year
179
England and Wales, 2025
Rarity
Uncommon
among names in use
US popularity
—
outside the top 1000
UK popularity
#257
179 babies · up from #298

In 2025, 179 babies in England and Wales were named Barney.

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