Robby
Meaning of Robby
Robby is a male name with American and British English pronunciations. In both languages, it is pronounced as RAH-bee (/ˈrɑbi/ in American English and /ˈrɒbi/ in British English). The name Robby is a variation of Robbie.
In the United States of America, the name Robby has been given to newborn boys for many years. It has consistently maintained a moderate level of popularity, ranking within the top 500 names. In recent years, it has been given to around 20-30 boys annually. However, it's worth noting that its popularity has decreased slightly over time.
The origin of the name Robby can be traced back to the name Robert, which is derived from Germanic roots meaning "bright fame." As such, Robby carries similar associations of strength and fame as its parent name Robert. It is a timeless and classic choice for parents looking for a strong and masculine name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as RAH-bee (/ˈrɑbi/)
British English
- Pronunced as RAH-bee (/ˈrɒbi/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Robby
| Robby Benson is an American actor and director known for his roles in teen films and as the voice of Beast in Disney's Beauty and the Beast. |
| Robby Krieger - Robert Alan Krieger is an American guitarist and founding member of the rock band the Doors, known for writing many of the band's hit songs. |
| Robby Robinson is a renowned music director, keyboardist, composer, and producer, best known for his work with Frankie Valli and his performances with various prestigious orchestras. |
| Robby Ginepri - Robert Louis Ginepri is a former professional tennis player from the United States, known for winning three ATP singles titles and reaching a career-high ranking of World No. 15. |
| Robby Wells - Robert Andrew Crawford Wells is an American politician, perennial candidate, and former college football coach who served as the head football coach at Savannah State University for the 2008 and 2009 seasons. |
| Robby Robinson, also known as The Black Prince and Mr Lifestyle, is a former professional bodybuilder who won numerous titles and appeared in films during his 27-year career. |
| Robby Takac - Robert Carl Takac Jr. is an American rock bassist and vocalist, known for being one of the founding members of the Goo Goo Dolls. |
| Robby Steinhardt - Robert Eugene Steinhardt was an American musician known for his role as co-lead singer and violinist in the rock band Kansas. |
| Robby De Sá is a multi-talented producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from Potchefstroom, South Africa, known for his work in the music industry. |
| Robby Novak is an American actor and media personality who gained fame for his portrayal of Kid President on YouTube and television. |
| Robby Ashford - Robert Logan Ashford is a former American football quarterback known for his time playing for the Auburn Tigers and the Oregon Ducks. |
| Robby Naish - Robert Staunton Naish is an American athlete and entrepreneur known for winning 24 World Championship Windsurfing titles and pioneering kiteboarding and standup paddleboarding. |
| Robby Unser is an American former Indy Racing League driver and nine-time winner of the Pikes Peak International Hillclimb, known for his achievements in motorsports. |
| Robby Smith is an American Greco-Roman wrestler who competed at the 2016 Olympics. |
| Robby Long - Robert Long is a former American football coach who served as the head coach for the DePauw Tigers football team and was an assistant coach for various teams including the Chicago Bears. |
