Barnaby
[ˈbɑrnəbi]Meaning
a variant of 'Barnabas', meaning 'son of encouragement'
Background Story
The name Barnaby is derived from the biblical name Barnabas, who was an early Christian disciple mentioned in the New Testament. The name became popular in various forms and has been used in literature and pop culture, including the character Barnaby Rudge from Charles Dickens' novel.
Temperament
Variations
Barnaby's, Barnabe, Barnabé
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