Definition of barbie

The origins of the word "Barbie" date back to German فولutsche condition. The name was coined by Ruth Handler, the co-founder of Mattel, in the 1950s. Handler named the doll after her daughter, Barbara, whose nickname was Barbie. The name was deemed perfect for the doll, which was marketed as a teenage fashion model. The first Barbie doll was launched at the American International Toy Fair in New York City in 1959. Since then, the Barbie brand has become a cultural icon, with over a billion dolls sold worldwide. The name "Barbie" has remained synonymous with the iconic blonde-haired, blue-eyed fashion doll that has undergone numerous makeovers and updates over the years.