Barry

Barry is a name that is used as both a given name and a surname. It appears in many English-speaking countries and across various cultures. The given name Barry is commonly masculine, while Barry can also function as a surname. Its origin is associated with Irish and English naming traditions, and it has been in use since at least the early modern period.

Notable people with the given name or surname Barry include: Barry Bonds, an American former professional baseball player; Barry White, an American singer; Barry Manilow, an American singer-songwriter; Barry Goldwater, an American politician and 1964 Republican presidential nominee; Barry Humphries, an Australian comedian and actor; Barry Sanders, an American former NFL running back; Barry Pepper, an American-Canadian actor.

Geographically, Barry is the name of several places in different countries. The most prominent Barry is Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, a seaside town in Wales. Barry Island is a nearby resort area. The name also appears in North American toponyms, reflecting migration and settlement patterns.

Barry (TV series) is a 2018–2023 American dark comedy on HBO created by Bill Hader and Alec Berg. Starring Hader, the program follows a depressed hitman who becomes involved in an acting class while pursuing criminal work.