The name Barbare: meaning and origin
- Barbare name meaning
- Barbare origin
- Georgian names
Barbare comes from a Greek word meaning foreign, one who comes from elsewhere. In Georgia the name is tied to Saint Barbara and the much-loved Barbaroba feast.
Where does the name Barbare come from and what does it mean?
The name comes from the Greek barbaros, which originally meant foreigner. In Christian tradition the Great Martyr Barbara is a symbol of steadfast faith. In Georgia Barbaroba is a family feast with lobiani and a warm table.
Famous people named Barbare
Well-known bearers include Saint Barbara and Barbare Jorjadze, a writer and one of the first defenders of women's rights in Georgia.
When is the Barbare name day?
Barbaroba is celebrated on 17 December.
What character is linked to the name Barbare?
People say Barbares are bold, direct and very loyal. If they promise you something, they will do it. Common pet names: Barbi, Babi.
The numerology number of Barbare
In the Georgian alphabet every letter has a number value: ა is 1, ბ is 2, გ is 3 and so on. The letters of Barbare in Georgian (ბარბარე) add up to 211, which reduces to 4. In numerology, 4 is the number of stability, order and reliability. It is a playful tradition rather than science, but it is fun to see how well it fits.