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Robbi

OriginEnglish from German
Meaning"bright fame"
GenderBoy & girl
US rank · boysUnranked

Below 5 births

US rank · girls#16771

2025 SSA

About Robbi

Robbi is a diminutive form of Robert or Robin, names with Germanic origins meaning "bright fame" or "shining with glory." This spelling variation, ending with an 'i' rather than the more common 'y' or 'ie,' gives the name a more distinctive, modern feel while maintaining its friendly, approachable quality. Robbi works as both a standalone name and a nickname, offering versatility. Throughout the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1950s-70s, this casual form saw modest usage, though it's less common today. While traditionally masculine, Robbi has occasionally been used for girls as well. The name projects a youthful, cheerful image with its bouncy sound and informal character.

Robbi for girls#16771 US

Roberta and Robert may be so far out they're... still out, but Robbi might make one of the trendy new boyish nicknames for girls a la Leni and Scottie.

Robbi peaked in the late '50s and is now given to under 10 baby girls each year in the US. Add in sister spelling Robbie and it's around 50.

Pronounced RAH-bee.

As of October 2026, Robbi ranked #7096 in US births in 1984 SSA, peaked at #1734 in 1963.

Robbi on lists

Famous Robbis

  • Robbi Lynn ChongGirl

    Canadian actress

  • Robbi MorganGirl

    American actress

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