Barron
Barron is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Noble warrior, free man, or baron.
Origin and history
Barron is a masculine name of English origin derived from an aristocratic title or occupational surname. Historically used as a given name in smaller numbers, it saw a noticeable rise in usage in the 21st century. It carries a strong, traditional, and aristocratic tone for contemporary U.S. parents.
Popularity in the United States
5,647 babies in the United States have been named Barron since 1880. It ranks #1613 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1050.
States where it is most popular
- TX (26.3 %)
- CA (20.7 %)
- GA (6.9 %)
- FL (6.8 %)
- NC (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 51 |
| 1920-1930 | 92 |
| 1930-1940 | 114 |
| 1940-1950 | 237 |
| 1950-1960 | 464 |
| 1960-1970 | 759 |
| 1970-1980 | 564 |
| 1980-1990 | 459 |
| 1990-2000 | 459 |
| 2000-2010 | 490 |
| 2010-2019 | 895 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,063 |
Famous people named Barron
- Barron Hilton: Businessman, Philanthropist
- Barron Trump: Public figure
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Germanic word 'baro', meaning free man or warrior, which later evolved into the noble title baron.
- Although used historically as a surname-derived given name, Barron has seen increased familiarity in recent decades in the U.S.