"bright fame"
Origin: Old High German (Hrodebert)
Language: English
Bobbi
Pronunciation: [ b-AHB-ee ]
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"shining with glory"
Origin: Germanic
Language: English
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The Story of Bobbi
Bobbi is a feminine form of Bobby, itself a nickname for Robert. Robert comes from the Old High German 'Hrodebert,' composed of 'hrod' (fame, glory) and 'beraht' (bright, shining), meaning 'bright fame.' The name Robert was introduced to England by the Normans and became one of the most popular male names in medieval England. Bobby emerged as a rhyming nickname in the 18th century, and Bobbi became its feminine counterpart in the 20th century.
Bobbi peaked in the US in the 1940s–60s, part of a broader trend of androgynous nicknames used as girl names (Billie, Frankie, Bobbie). It's associated with a mid-century American tomboyish charm. The name saw a brief revival in the 1990s and remains a warm, nostalgic choice.
Bobbi carries the spirit of mid-20th century American feminism — when women adopted traditionally male nicknames as a statement of strength and independence. Names like Bobbi, Billie, and Frankie were popular choices for strong-minded women of that era.
Historical Record
Bobbi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 23,387 babies have been named Bobbi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Bobbi is past its peak , currently ranked #2,014 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Robert has been one of the top 10 most popular boys' names in the US for most of the 20th century
- Bobby pins were named after the bob haircut, not the name Bobby
- Bobbi Brown, the makeup artist and entrepreneur, has made the name synonymous with American beauty entrepreneurship
Bobbi in Other Languages
French
Roberte
German
Berta/Roberta
Italian
Roberta
Spanish
Roberta
Popularity Over Time
#2,014
Current Rank
Peaked 1971
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Bobbi
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Bobbi Kristina Brown
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1993
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Bobbi Brown
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1957
American makeup artist and entrepreneur who founded Bobbi Brown Cosmetics in 1991 and sold it to Estée Lauder for a repo...
American makeup artist and entrepreneur who founded Bobbi Brown Cosmetics in 1991 and sold it to Estée Lauder for a reported $74.5 million
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,014
- Total SSA Count
- 97
- Cultural Origins
- American English Australian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Bob
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bobbi
What does the name Bobbi mean?
"bright fame" (from Old High German (Hrodebert)). "shining with glory" (from Germanic). Bobbi is a feminine form of Bobby, itself a nickname for Robert. Robert comes from the Old High German 'Hrodebert,' composed of 'hrod' (fame, glory) and 'beraht' (bright, shining), meaning 'bright fame.' The name Robert was introduced to England by the Normans and became one of the most popular male names in medieval England. Bobby emerged as a rhyming nickname in the 18th century, and Bobbi became its feminine counterpart in the 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Bobbi?
Bobbi has Old High German (Hrodebert), Germanic, American, English, and Australian origins. In Old High German (Hrodebert), it means "bright fame". In Germanic, it means "shining with glory".
Is Bobbi a boy or girl name?
Bobbi is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2014. As a boy name, it is ranked #21054. Bobbi is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Bobbi?
Bobbi is pronounced b-AHB-ee.
How popular is the name Bobbi?
Bobbi is currently ranked #2014 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Bobbi?
Common nicknames for Bobbi include Bob.
What are good middle names for Bobbi?
Popular middle name pairings include Bobbi Jo, Bobbi Jean, Bobbi Sue, Bobbi Lee, Bobbi Kay, Bobbi Ann, and Bobbi Rae.
What are good sibling names for Bobbi?
Names that pair well with Bobbi as siblings include Frankie, Billie, Stevie, Ronnie, Georgie, Sammie, and Jimmie.
How many syllables does Bobbi have?
Bobbi has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Bobbi a common or rare name?
Bobbi is an uncommon name, ranked #2014 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Bobbi
Bobbi is a girl name with American, English, and Australian origins . The name means "bright fame" in Old High German (Hrodebert) .
Is Bobbi a boy or girl name? Bobbi is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,014 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #21,054. Bobbi is more commonly used as a girl name.
Bobbi is currently ranked #2,014 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Bobbi has 2 syllables and is pronounced b-AHB-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Bobbi include Bob. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Bobbi include Bobbie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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