Barbara vs Susan
Comparing Barbara and Susan? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Barbara ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to Greek naming roots (meaning "Foreign, strange"). Susan sits in the Top 100 tier with Hebrew origins (meaning "Lily, graceful flower").
Barbara
- Meaning: Foreign, strange
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Barbara name page
Susan
- Meaning: Lily, graceful flower
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Susan name page
Which name is more popular: Barbara or Susan?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Barbara ranks higher (Top 100) than Susan (Top 100).