Barba is an Italian surname and given name, derived from the Latin word 'barba', meaning 'beard'. It is most commonly found in southern Italy, particularly in Campania and Sicily. In Spanish, it translates to mean 'father-in-law' or 'uncle', reflecting its usage as a title of respect for older men.
The name Barba experienced variable popularity over the decades from 1920 to 1965, with birth numbers fluctuating each year. The highest single-year peak was in 1944 with 13 births. However, there were many years with only 5 births or fewer, indicating a consistently low overall popularity for the name during this period.