Bobby
English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Bobby
The given name 'Bobby' is derived from the diminutive form of Robert, which is of Germanic origin, meaning 'bright fame'.
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Etymology
The given name 'Bobby' is derived from the diminutive form of Robert, which is of Germanic origin, meaning 'bright fame'. It is commonly associated with Western cultures, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, where it was popularized as a nickname for Robert in the 19th century.
Bobby currently ranks #1,097 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1937.
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