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Bobby

The name Robert is as popular as ever, as are diminutives Rob, Robbie, and Bob. Bobby, however, is a gender-neutral choice perfect for any little one. More and more often, this name is being chosen entirely independently of its more traditional counterpart. Maybe it’s because of its bouncy, spirited sound, or perhaps thanks to its vibrant and celebratory meaning. Either way, baby Bobby can embrace the simplicity and energetic vibes of their modern name.
German Unisex
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Meaning

Bright fame

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Pronunciation

BAH-bee

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Traits

  • Friendly
  • Cheerful
  • Loyal
  • Energetic

Compatibility

Bobby pairs well with a variety of sibling names due to its versatility and unisex nature. It can also work as a strong and classic middle name choice. Culturally, Bobby fits in well with both traditional and modern naming styles.

Friendly Cheerful Loyal Energetic

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Bobby Hull

Bobby Hull

NHL Hall of Fame Forward

Born: January 3, 1939 · Pointe Anne, Ontario, Canada

Portrait of Bobby Brown

Bobby Brown

Musician

Born: February 5, 1969 · Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Portrait of Bobby Fischer

Bobby Fischer

Chess Grandmaster

Born: March 9, 1943 · Chicago, Illinois, USA

Portrait of Bobby Orr

Bobby Orr

Ice Hockey Player

Born: March 20, 1948 · Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada

Portrait of Bobby Cannavale

Bobby Cannavale

Actor

Born: May 3, 1970 · Union City, New Jersey, USA

Portrait of Bobby Flay

Bobby Flay

Chef, Restaurateur, TV Personality

Born: December 10, 1964 · New York City, New York, United States

Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Bobby Original form
  • Бобби Cyrillic
  • 博比 Chinese
  • बॉबी Devanagari
  • 보비 Korean
  • בובי Hebrew
  • بوبي Arabic
  • ბობი Georgian
  • บ็อบบี Thai

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bobby

What does Bobby mean?
Bright fame
What is the origin of Bobby?
Bobby has German origins.
Is Bobby popular?
Bobby has been viewed 139 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Bobby?
Similar names include Kaitlyn, Hari, Joyce, Joseph, Zane.
How do you pronounce Bobby?
Bobby is pronounced BAH-bee.

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