Bobbye
Below 5 births
Below 5 births
About Bobbye
Bobbye is a feminine name that originated as a variant spelling of Bobby, which itself is a diminutive of Robert. The name Robert comes from Germanic elements meaning 'bright fame.' Bobbye emerged in the mid-20th century when creative spellings with 'ye' endings were fashionable for girls' names. This variation adds a distinctly feminine touch to the traditionally masculine nickname. Bobbye enjoyed modest popularity in the United States during the 1930s-1950s but has since become uncommon. It carries a vintage, Southern charm that some parents appreciate for its nostalgic quality. Today, Bobbye might be chosen to honor a relative named Robert or Bobby, though it remains rare compared to other feminine derivatives of Robert like Roberta or Bobbi.
Bobbye is also given to boys.
Pronounced BAH-bee.
As of October 2026, Bobbye ranked #7397 in US births in 1988 SSA, peaked at #2506 in 1937.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |