Barba is a female name with British English and American English pronunciations of BAR-buh (/ˈbɑː.bə/ and /ˈbɑr.bə/ respectively). It is a variation of the name Barbara. The name Barbara has its origins in Greek, meaning "foreign" or "strange". It became popular in the United States during the mid-20th century. Although its popularity has declined in recent years, Barba remains a timeless and classic name for baby girls.