Dobie
Pronunciation: [ d-AHB-ee ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Dobie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 32 babies have been named Dobie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dobie is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,136 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,136
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Dobie
Dobie is a boy name .
Dobie is currently ranked #9,136 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dobie include Dob, Doy, Doie, and Dobkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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