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Bobbie - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity
- Spelling of Bobbie
- B-O-B-B-I-E, is a 6-letter female given name.
- Pronunciation of Bobbie
- BAH-bee
- BOB ee
- Meaning of Bobbie
- Stranger, foreigner, bright fame.
- Origin of Bobbie
- The name 'Bobbie' is a diminutive form of the name 'Robert' or 'Roberta'. 'Robert' is derived from the Germanic elements 'hrod', meaning 'fame', and 'beraht', meaning 'bright'. The name 'Bobbie' originated as a nickname or pet form of 'Robert' or 'Roberta' and has since become a name in its own right.
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- Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Bobbie
- Berta
- Bertie
- Bobbett
- Bobbi
- Bobby
- Bobina
- Bobine
- Robbi
- Robbie
- Robby
- Robena
- Robenia
- Roberta
- Robertena
- Robertha
- Robertina
- Robin
- Robina
- Robine
- Robinette
- Robinia
- Robyn
- Robyna
- Rogan
- Roynne
- Ruberta
- Ruperta
- Popularity of Bobbie
- The popularity of the name 'Bobbie' has varied over time. In the early 20th century, 'Bobbie' was more commonly used as a nickname for boys named 'Robert'. However, it gained popularity as a given name for girls in the mid-20th century. Since then, its popularity has declined, and it is now less commonly used as a given name.
- Bobbie currently has 120 likes, and is in the top 6% of liked girl's names. The name Arlene is slightly more popular than Bobbie.
Etymology of Bobbie
The name 'Bobbie' is a diminutive form of 'Robert' or 'Roberta'. The name 'Robert' is of Germanic origin and means 'bright fame'. The name 'Bobbie' carries the same meaning and is often used as a shortened form or nickname for 'Robert' or 'Roberta'.
Cultural Significance of Bobbie
The name 'Bobbie' does not hold specific cultural significance. However, as a diminutive form of 'Robert' or 'Roberta', it is associated with the cultural heritage of the Germanic and English-speaking populations.