Barbie isn’t just a doll; she’s a cultural icon whose history spans over six decades! From her iconic pink wardrobe to her full name and the year she first hit shelves, this trivia challenges your knowledge of everything Barbie. Can you answer when Ken joined Barbie in the fun or who designed the original doll?
Dive into details like the launch of Barbie’s DreamHouse or the plot inspiration behind the 2023 film. Whether you’re a casual fan or a long-time collector, these questions test your mastery of this iconic toy’s legacy. What’s more, you might discover fun facts about Barbie’s careers and her famous tagline!
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Which of these was one of Barbie’s original hair colors when she first debuted in 1959?
Red
Red
Blonde
Blonde
Ginger
Ginger
Auburn
Auburn
Which toy company created and released Barbie?
Fisher-Price
Fisher-Price
Spin Master
Spin Master
Mattel
Mattel
Hasbro
Hasbro
What is Barbie’s full first name?
Barbara
Barbara
Barbra
Barbra
Barbie
Barbie
Barbetta
Barbetta
Barbie’s longtime boyfriend is known as which of the following?
Steve
Steve
Ken
Ken
Ben
Ben
Paul
Paul
Which city is Barbie said to hail from as her fictional hometown?
Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, Illinois
Willows, Wisconsin
Willows, Wisconsin
Pasadena, Texas
Pasadena, Texas
Malibu, California
Malibu, California
What was Barbie’s first career?
Teacher
Teacher
Teen fashion model
Teen fashion model
Flight attendant
Flight attendant
Nurse
Nurse
What material are most Barbie dolls made from?
Plastic
Plastic
Metal
Metal
Wood
Wood
Ceramic
Ceramic
Barbie’s full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts. Who is she named after?
A fictional princess
A fictional princess
The creator’s daughter
The creator’s daughter
A famous actress
A famous actress
A fashion designer
A fashion designer
Which year did Barbie celebrate her 50th anniversary?
1999
1999
2009
2009
2012
2012
2015
2015
What is the name of Barbie’s younger sister who debuted in 1964?
Krissy
Krissy
Skipper
Skipper
Chelsea
Chelsea
Stacie
Stacie
Barbie made her astronaut debut in which year?
1972
1972
1965
1965
1999
1999
1986
1986
Which color is most associated with Barbie’s brand?
Blue
Blue
Purple
Purple
Green
Green
Pink
Pink
What pet was Barbie first given in 1964?
Poodle
Poodle
Parrot
Parrot
Horse
Horse
Cat
Cat
What was unique about the Barbie “Totally Hair” doll released in 1992?
First Barbie to speak
First Barbie to speak
Glow-in-the-dark dress
Glow-in-the-dark dress
First Barbie with a pet
First Barbie with a pet
Longest hair of any Barbie
Longest hair of any Barbie
Who is Barbie’s best friend, first introduced in 1963?
Midge
Midge
Summer
Summer
Teresa
Teresa
Christie
Christie
Which celebrity appeared as a Barbie doll before any other?
Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroe
Twiggy
Twiggy
Cher
Cher
Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey
What is the typical height of a standard Barbie doll?
9 inches
9 inches
8.5 inches
8.5 inches
12 inches
12 inches
11.5 inches
11.5 inches
Which of the following was Barbie NOT depicted as by the year 2000?
Doctor
Doctor
Pilot
Pilot
President
President
Astronomer
Astronomer
In what year was the first African American Barbie released with the name Barbie?
1980
1980
1979
1979
1971
1971
1986
1986
Who is Barbie’s main designer credited for her iconic style?
Carol Spencer
Carol Spencer
Janet Goldblatt
Janet Goldblatt
Ruth Handler
Ruth Handler
Bea Arthur
Bea Arthur
Which Barbie friend was introduced in 1968 as her first African American companion?
Asha
Asha
Grace
Grace
Christie
Christie
Nikki
Nikki
What house feature did the Barbie Dreamhouse NOT include at its first release in 1962?
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bed
Bed
Wardrobe
Wardrobe
TV
TV
What famous phrase did Barbie say with her first talking doll in 1968?
“Math class is tough!”
“Math class is tough!”
“Let’s have a party!”
“Let’s have a party!”
“I love shopping!”
“I love shopping!”
“School is fun!”
“School is fun!”
Which Barbie doll is known for breaking gender stereotypes by running for President multiple times?
Superstar Barbie
Superstar Barbie
Rockstar Barbie
Rockstar Barbie
Career Barbie
Career Barbie
Presidential Candidate Barbie
Presidential Candidate Barbie
What is the name of Barbie’s fashion-forward, Hispanic friend introduced in 1988?
Summer
Summer
Teresa
Teresa
Nia
Nia
Nikki
Nikki
Barbie’s car has been a variety of models over the years. Which was the first?
Austin Healey
Austin Healey
Chevrolet Corvette
Chevrolet Corvette
Jeep Wrangler
Jeep Wrangler
Volkswagen Beetle
Volkswagen Beetle
Which Barbie movie was the first to release as a computer-animated film?
Barbie in the Nutcracker
Barbie in the Nutcracker
Barbie: Princess Charm School
Barbie: Princess Charm School
Barbie and the Diamond Castle
Barbie and the Diamond Castle
Barbie as Rapunzel
Barbie as Rapunzel
What career did Barbie NOT have before 1990?
Veterinarian
Veterinarian
Astronaut
Astronaut
Olympic Athlete
Olympic Athlete
Computer Engineer
Computer Engineer
In 2016, Barbie launched dolls with more diverse body types. Which was NOT one of the original types?
Muscular
Muscular
Petite
Petite
Curvy
Curvy
Tall
Tall
Which sister is Barbie’s youngest sibling?
Skipper
Skipper
Stacie
Stacie
Kelly
Kelly
Chelsea
Chelsea
Mattel released the first Barbie doll with a hijab modeled after which sports figure?
Ibtihaj Muhammad
Ibtihaj Muhammad
Shelina Zadorsky
Shelina Zadorsky
Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir
Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir
Sarah Attar
Sarah Attar
In 2023, which actress famously played Barbie in a major live-action film?
Florence Pugh
Florence Pugh
Margot Robbie
Margot Robbie
Saoirse Ronan
Saoirse Ronan
Emma Stone
Emma Stone
Barbie’s first pet horse was named what?
Dancer
Dancer
Blaze
Blaze
Tawny
Tawny
Star
Star
Which Barbie fashion era was defined by metallic and neon clothing styles?
1990s
1990s
2000s
2000s
1980s
1980s
1960s
1960s
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