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Barbie Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "barbie" is "foreign woman, stranger", and is used often for "girls".

Name
barbie
Meaning
foreign woman, stranger
Pronunciation
bahr-bee
Used for
girls
Syllables
2

Barbie Name Details

The name Barbie is derived from the longer name Barbara, which is of Greek origin. Barbie became a standalone name in the English language during the 1950s and gained popularity due to the Barbie doll, created by Mattel in 1959. The doll's name was inspired by the creator's daughter, Barbara. The name Barbie has a playful and feminine connotation, often associated with beauty and fashion.

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