Bobbie

English, diminutive of Robert

"bright fame"

Bobbie Origin and Meaning

The name Bobbie is a boy's name.

Bobbie, as a masculine name, originated as a diminutive form of Robert, derived from the Germanic elements "hrod" (fame) and "beraht" (bright), meaning "bright fame" or "famous brilliance." While Bobbie is more commonly used as a feminine name in contemporary times, it has a history as a casual, friendly nickname for boys named Robert. This spelling variation with an 'ie' ending gained popularity in the early to mid-20th century. Bobbie has a warm, approachable quality that conveys a down-to-earth personality. Its usage for males has declined since the 1970s, as nickname-names became less commonly used as formal given names for boys, though it maintains some usage, particularly in Southern regions of the United States.

Bobbie Rank in US Top 1000

# 976 in the US

Popularity of the name Bobbie

• 859 England 2020

The name Bobbie in Pop Culture

• Bobbie the Wonder Dog American dog who traveled over 2,000 miles to get home