Bobbie
Meaning of Bobbie
The name Bobbie is a feminine variation of the name Robert, which has Germanic origins and means "bright fame." Bobbie is typically pronounced as BAH-bee (/ˈbɑbi/) in both American English and British English. The name has been used for baby girls in the United States since at least the late 19th century. While it has never been among the most popular names, it has maintained a consistent level of usage over the years. In recent decades, Bobbie has been given to around 30-60 baby girls per year in the United States. Some people may also use Bob as a nickname for Bobbie. Overall, Bobbie is a charming and timeless choice for parents looking for a traditional yet unique name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as BAH-bee (/ˈbɑbi/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
States Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Bobbie
| Bobbie Gentry is a retired American singer-songwriter known for being one of the first female artists in America to compose and produce her own material. |
| Bobbie Heine Miller - Bobbie Heine-Miller, born in Greytown, was a prominent South African tennis player who achieved international success and was ranked no. 5 in the world in 1929. |
| Bobbie Lee Nelson was an American pianist and singer, known for her role in her brother Willie Nelson's band, and she started playing the piano at a young age. |
| Bobbie the Wonder Dog was a famous canine who traveled over 2,500 miles to return home after getting lost. |
| Bobbie Battista - Barbara Ann "Bobbie" Battista was a prominent American journalist and newscaster known for her 20-year career with CNN. |
| Bobbie Lea Bennett was a disability and transgender rights activist who successfully fought for Medicare reimbursement for her sex reassignment surgery, bringing visibility to transgender rights efforts. |
| Bobbie Thomas is an American fashion journalist and the Style Editor for NBC's Today Show, known for her expertise in beauty and fashion, as well as her appearances on various TV shows and her national column "the Buzz." |
| Bobbie Houston, a New Zealand-born Australian of Tongan descent, is a prominent Pentecostal pastor and was the Senior Pastor of Hillsong Church in Sydney, Australia. |
| Bobbie Shaw Chance is a well-known actress recognized for her roles in the beach party movies of the 1960s. |
