Do you know Barbie’s full Name

Barbie’s full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts

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You may know the iconic doll by her nickname, Barbie, but when the famous Mattel, Inc. toy was first introduced back in March 1959, she was given the full moniker of Barbara Millicent Roberts. Her first name is in honor of creator Ruth Handler’s daughter, Barbara, who inspired her mother to design an adult-like doll while playing with paper versions and giving them grown-up personalities, according to Barbie Media.

 

HISTORY

Barbie’s full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts.
Barbie was named after Ruth Handler’s daughter, Barbara, and Ken after her son, Kenneth.
She is from (fictional) Willows, Wisconsin, where she attended high school.
Barbie’s official birthday is March 9, 1959, the day she was unveiled to the toy industry during the New York Toy Fair.
Barbie first appeared in her iconic black-and-white striped swimsuit.
Barbie was joined by Ken in 1961.
The first Barbie doll was sold for $3.00.
The first Barbie commercial aired during the Mickey Mouse Club in 1959.
Barbie doll’s signature color is Barbie Pink (PMS 219).
Barbie stands 11.5 inches tall.
The best-selling Barbie doll ever was the 1992 Totally HairBarbie, which featured floor-length hair.