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Get ready to celebrate all the wonderful Barbaras out there on National Barbara Day, which falls on July 19! This day is dedicated to honoring and appreciating all the amazing individuals who bear this beautiful name. Did you know that "Barbara" means "strange" or "foreign" in Latin? It also has roots in Greek mythology, as it was the name of a woman who was known for her intelligence and wisdom. So if you have a friend, family member, or significant other named Barbara, make sure to show them some extra love and appreciation on this special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1931</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Naming Peak for Barbara</div><div class='timeline-text'>The name "Barbara" reaches its peak popularity in the United States, becoming one of the top 10 most popular names for girls.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Barbara Stanwyck Rises</div><div class='timeline-text'>Actress Barbara Stanwyck becomes a major Hollywood star, becoming an icon for Barbaras everywhere.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1955</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Incredible Barbara Hale</div><div class='timeline-text'>Barbara Hale starts her iconic performance as Della Street on the television series Perry Mason, influencing the way Barbaras are seen in pop culture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Barbara Walters Breaks Barriers</div><div class='timeline-text'>Barbara Walters becomes the first woman to co-anchor an evening news program, making history and inspiring Barbaras everywhere.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Barbara Bush's Legacy</div><div class='timeline-text'>Former First Lady Barbara Bush publishes her memoir, reminding people of the strength and grace Barbaras can possess.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of National Barbara Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Barbara Day is celebrated for the first time, marking a day of celebration for all the wonderful people named Barbara.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Barbara-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite all your friends named Barbara and have them dress up in their best Barbara-inspired outfits. Serve food and drinks with names related to the name Barbara, such as "Barbie-Q" or "Barbara-itos". Have a playlist filled with songs by famous Barbaras like Barbra Streisand and Barbara Mandrell.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a 'Barbara' scavenger hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Come up with a list of items or places related to the name Barbara and have teams compete to find them. This could include things like finding a Barbie doll, visiting a famous landmark named after a Barbara, or locating someone with the name Barbara.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send out 'Barbara' greeting cards</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread some love to all the Barbaras in your life by sending out personalized greeting cards. You can even make them yourself with pictures or illustrations of things associated with the name Barbara.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Do a good deed for a Barbara</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your appreciation for the name Barbara by doing something kind for someone with that name. It could be as simple as buying them a cup of coffee or offering to help them with a task.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a Barbara-themed event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check your local events calendar for any celebrations or events happening on National Barbara Day. It could be a concert featuring artists with the name Barbara or a fundraiser for a charity that supports people named Barbara.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a day to celebrate all the Barbaras in our lives</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Barbara Day is a special day to honor and appreciate all the amazing people in our lives who are named Barbara. Whether it's your mom, sister, friend, or coworker, take this opportunity to let them know how much they mean to you!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Barbara is a strong and timeless name</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The name Barbara has been around for centuries and has stood the test of time. It's a name that exudes strength, grace, and beauty. So on National Barbara Day, take a moment to appreciate the rich history and significance behind this beautiful name.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Barbara means "stranger" or "foreigner"</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The origin of the name Barbara comes from the Greek word "barbaros," which means "stranger" or "foreigner." This can be interpreted as a symbol of diversity and acceptance, making National Barbara Day a celebration of cultural diversity and inclusivity.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Barbara is also a popular name for hurricanes</h3><p class='facts-content'>From Atlantic to Pacific, several hurricanes have been named Barbara, keeping meteorologists and the people alike on their toes whenever they hear the name.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>"Santa Barbara" is a popular soap opera named after the city in California</h3><p class='facts-content'>The American television soap opera "Santa Barbara," which ran from 1984 to 1993, gained a cult following, effectively carrying the name Barbara to millions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cities and towns around the world bear the name Barbara</h3><p class='facts-content'>From Santa Barbara in the US to Barberton in South Africa, many places around the world are named after St. Barbara, patron saint of miners and artillerymen.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Barbara Bush was the only woman to see both her husband and son sworn in as US President</h3><p class='facts-content'>Barbara Bush, wife of 41st US President George H.W. Bush and mother of 43rd US President George W. Bush, marked a unique first in American history.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Barbara Walters was ranked among the 100 most powerful women in the world</h3><p class='facts-content'>Famed journalist Barbara Walters was listed among Forbes' 100 most powerful women in the world three times, truly exemplifying the strength the name Barbara can carry.</p></div></div>
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