Barndon
An English masculine name derived from an Old English place name.
Name Census estimates that about 25 living Americans carry the first name Barndon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Barndon today is around 40 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Barndon births was 1988 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Barndon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Barndon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
25
~ 1 in 13,710,174 Americans
Peak year
1988
6 babies that year
Average age
40
years old
1990 SSA rank
#8,229
Tracked since 1981
Popularity
Barndon: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Barndon from the 1980s through to the 1990s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 21 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Barndon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Barndon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Barndon
The name Barndon is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich history that spans across various cultures and eras. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Germanic tribes, where it was derived from the combination of two words: "barn," meaning child or son, and "don," which signified a lord or ruler. This suggests that the name held connotations of nobility and authority from its inception.
In the early medieval period, the name Barndon gained popularity among the Germanic peoples, particularly the Franks and Saxons. It was often bestowed upon the sons of noble families, serving as a symbol of their lineage and status. As these tribes migrated and settled in various regions of Europe, the name spread and adapted to different linguistic and cultural influences.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Barndon can be found in the Codex Aureus, a 9th-century illuminated manuscript from the Frankish Kingdom. This historical document mentions a nobleman named Barndon who held a prominent position at the court of Charlemagne, the celebrated ruler of the Carolingian Empire.
Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Barndon maintained its association with nobility and leadership. Notable figures bearing this name include Barndon of Flanders (1035-1092), a influential Flemish nobleman and military commander who played a crucial role in the Crusades. Another prominent individual was Barndon the Wise (1198-1268), a renowned philosopher and scholar from the Holy Roman Empire, renowned for his contributions to the fields of logic and metaphysics.
During the Renaissance period, the name Barndon experienced a resurgence in popularity, particularly among the aristocratic circles of Europe. One of the most famous bearers of this name was Barndon Montague (1492-1558), an English courtier and diplomat who served under King Henry VIII and played a pivotal role in the Tudor court.
As time progressed, the name Barndon continued to be carried by notable figures across various domains. In the 18th century, Barndon Bellerose (1712-1784) was a celebrated French playwright and poet, renowned for his satirical works that challenged societal norms. Another individual of note was Barndon Rembrandt (1768-1832), a Dutch painter and engraver whose works were highly acclaimed for their intricate detail and masterful use of light and shadow.
While the name Barndon may not be as common in modern times, its rich historical legacy serves as a testament to its enduring significance. From ancient Germanic roots to its presence in the annals of European nobility and intellectual pursuits, the name Barndon has left an indelible mark on the tapestry of human history.
People
Barndon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Barndon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with B
Other first names starting with B with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Barndon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Barndon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 25 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Barndon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 13,710,174 US residents.
Is Barndon a common name?
We classify Barndon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 43.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 26 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Barndon most popular?
The single biggest year for Barndon was 1988, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Barndon is about 40 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Barndon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Barndon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Barndon in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Barndon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Barndon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Barndon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Barndon?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.