Bobbi
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
24,172 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1971 Peak Popularity Year
853 Peak Births

Bobbi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Bobbi is an English name derived from the Old High German Hrodebert, meaning 'bright fame'. It evolved through various historical forms, including Robert and Bob. The name is often associated with warmth and friendliness. There is no biblical background associated with Bobbi, and it gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine variant. Notable individuals with this name include Bobbi Brown and Bobbi Kristina Brown.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bobbi"

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Pronunciation

/ˈbɑːbi/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

Bobbi is a diminutive form of the name Robert, which is derived from the Old High German name Hrodebert, meaning 'bright fame'.

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Meaning

bright fame

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Language Evolution

Hrodebert (Old High German), Robert (Old French), Rob (Middle English), Bob (Modern English), Bobbi (Modern English)

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Historical Usage

Bobbi gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine form of Bob and Robert, particularly in English-speaking countries.

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Variants & Derivatives

Bobby, Robbie, Bob, Roberta

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Modern Popularity & Image

Bobbi is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and familiarity.

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Famous People

Bobbi Brown (makeup artist), Bobbi Kristina Brown (singer and actress), Bobbi Gentry (singer-songwriter)

📊 Bobbi Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Bobbi Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Moderately Popular name with 853 peak births in 1971

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 47 US states, with strongest presence in Montana

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bobbi"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Bobbi"

"Bobbi" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 5548th of 10718 52
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 13420th of 16616 12
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 1635th of 9204 437
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 574th of 12526 4,930
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 365th of 19264 10,385
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 583rd of 27321 5,941
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 1916th of 35406 1,618
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 2639th of 30306 797

Regional Popularity of "Bobbi" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Bobbi" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
86.48%
1337th/1546
95.76%
1490th/1556
72.84%
1714th/2353
59.99%
928th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
20.79%
463rd/2227
27.16%
660th/2430
25.69%
733rd/2853
18.02%
500th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
8.99%
264th/2937
10.74%
374th/3483
13.81%
486th/3518
9.74%
394th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
9.99%
368th/3685
14.55%
651st/4475
13.27%
689th/5194
11.87%
750th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
34.35%
1574th/4582
39.00%
2014th/5164
34.23%
2503rd/7313
25.57%
1908th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
93.17%
3712th/3984
61.09%
2741st/4487
53.61%
3657th/6822
34.08%
2139th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Bobbi"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Bobbi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Bobbi" in the United States

The name Bobbi is most popular in Montana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bobbi has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Bobbi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5548th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13420th out of 16616 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1635th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 574th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 365th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 583rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1916th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2639th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Bobbi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Bobbi name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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