NAME PROFILE
Bobby
Bobby is a diminutive of Robert, meaning 'bright fame.' it carries a legacy of friendly charm and reliable character, suggesting someone who is approachable and energetic.
Key Stats
| Total births | 324,728 |
| Gender | Male (96% / 4%) |
| Peak year | 1935 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 23%MS — 20%GA — 20%NC — 19%AL — 19%
Notable People
Bobby Kennedy (Politician) · Bobby Fischer (Chess player) · Bobby Orr (Athlete) · Bobby Brown (Singer) · Bobby Flay (Chef)
Nicknames & Diminutives
Bob
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