To select, or a diminutive of Barbara
In a Hebrew context, Bari is often associated with the word for 'healthy' or 'select'. In English-speaking countries, it frequently originated as a diminutive or variant of Barbara, meaning 'foreign woman'. It is also used as a place-name name referring to the coastal city in Italy.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Bari in 2025.
American journalist and editor
American actress known for Star Trek
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
