Robie is a unisex name of English origin. It is pronounced as ROH-bee (/ˈrəʊbi/) in both British and American English. Variations of the name include Roby. In the United States, Robie has been given to newborns since at least 1892, with fluctuating popularity over the years. While it did not rank in certain years, it reached its highest rank in 1923 when it was the 8th most popular name for baby boys. The popularity of Robie has varied throughout the decades but has remained a unique choice for parents looking for a gender-neutral name with English roots.
Robie Mayhew Macauley was an American editor, novelist, and critic with a literary career spanning over 50 years. |
Robie Robertson was an American screenwriter and visual effects artist who won an Academy Award for Best Visual Effects for the film Marooned. |