Barry
Barry is a Christian boy name of Irish origin, meaning “Fair-haired”.
| Meaning | Fair-haired |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Irish |
| Pronunciation | BAIR-ee |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Ireland, United Kingdom, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Barry
Barry is an English form of the Irish Barra or Bairre, a short form of Fionnbarr, from fionn, 'fair' or 'white', and barr, 'head'. Saint Finbarr, the patron saint of Cork, is the best-known early bearer. Barry is also an Irish surname of Norman origin, which helped the name spread, and it was especially popular in Britain, Ireland and Australia in the mid-twentieth century.
Is Barry a Christian name?
Through Saint Finbarr of Cork the name has a Catholic Irish history, though it is now used as an everyday name without religious meaning.
How popular is Barry?
Most common among men born in the 1950s to 1970s; rarely given to babies today.
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Spellings and variants of Barry
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Barry mean?
Barry means 'Fair-haired'. It is of Irish origin.
Is Barry a Christian name?
Through Saint Finbarr of Cork the name has a Catholic Irish history, though it is now used as an everyday name without religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Barry?
Barry is pronounced BAIR-ee.
Is Barry a boy or girl name?
Barry is usually a boy name.