"bright fame"
Origin: Germanic
Language: English
Robbie
Pronunciation: [ r-AHB-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"shining with glory"
Origin: Old High German
Language: German
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The Story of Robbie
Robbie is a diminutive of Robert, which comes from the Old High German name Hrodebert, composed of the elements hrod meaning fame and beraht meaning bright. As a given name for girls, Robbie became popular in English-speaking countries in the 20th century as part of the trend of giving traditionally male names to girls, following the pattern of names like Billie, Charlie, and Frankie.
Robbie as a girl's name enjoyed moderate use in the mid-20th century, particularly in the American South and UK, often given as a nickname for Roberta. The unisex naming trend of the 1980s-2000s gave it fresh appeal.
In Scotland, Robbie is strongly associated with the poet Robert Burns, celebrated on Burns Night each January. As a girl's name it evokes a spirited, tomboyish quality that many modern parents find appealing.
Historical Record
Robbie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 10,544 babies have been named Robbie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Robbie is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,447 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Robbie is a Top 100 name for girls in Scotland
- The name Robert has been in continuous use for over 1,000 years in England
Robbie in Other Languages
French
Roberte
German
Roberta
Italian
Roberta
Spanish
Roberta
Popularity Over Time
#3,447
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Robbie Coltrane
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1950
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Robbie Robertson
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1943
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Robbie (character) Fictional
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Cheerful female protagonist in various children's books and stories
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,447
- Total SSA Count
- 45
- Cultural Origins
- English Scottish American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Rob
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Frequently Asked Questions About Robbie
What does the name Robbie mean?
"bright fame" (from Germanic). "shining with glory" (from Old High German). Robbie is a diminutive of Robert, which comes from the Old High German name Hrodebert, composed of the elements hrod meaning fame and beraht meaning bright. As a given name for girls, Robbie became popular in English-speaking countries in the 20th century as part of the trend of giving traditionally male names to girls, following the pattern of names like Billie, Charlie, and Frankie.
What is the origin of the name Robbie?
Robbie has Germanic, Old High German, English, Scottish, and American origins. In Germanic, it means "bright fame". In Old High German, it means "shining with glory".
Is Robbie a boy or girl name?
Robbie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3447. As a boy name, it is ranked #2457. Robbie is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Robbie?
Robbie is pronounced r-AHB-ee.
How popular is the name Robbie?
Robbie is currently ranked #3447 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Robbie?
Common nicknames for Robbie include Rob and Robs.
What are good middle names for Robbie?
Popular middle name pairings include Robbie Jane, Robbie Mae, Robbie Lynn, Robbie Claire, Robbie Ann, Robbie Rose, and Robbie Jean.
What are good sibling names for Robbie?
Names that pair well with Robbie as siblings include Charlie, Billie, Frankie, Jack, Maggie, and Sam.
How many syllables does Robbie have?
Robbie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Robbie a common or rare name?
Robbie is an uncommon name, ranked #3447 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Robbie
Robbie is a girl name with English, Scottish, and American origins . The name means "bright fame" in Germanic .
Is Robbie a boy or girl name? Robbie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,447 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #2,457. Robbie is more commonly used as a boy name.
Robbie is currently ranked #3,447 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Robbie has 2 syllables and is pronounced r-AHB-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Robbie include Rob and Robs. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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