NAME PROFILE

Boby

A diminutive form of the Italian word 'gabbana,' meaning a cloak or overcoat; it characterizes a person who is protective, resourceful, and possesses a warm, enveloping personality.

Key Stats

Total births374
GenderMale (2% / 98%)
Peak year1936
Peak generationSilent Gen
First recorded1936
Most recent1937
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

AL — 50%AR — 50%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Gianfranco Gabbanelli (Founder of the Gabbanelli Accordion company) · Elio Gabbanelli (Legendary accordion master craftsman) · Mike Gabbanelli (Musician and president of the Gabbanelli brand) · John Gabbanelli (Renowned accordion designer and musician) · Anacleto Gabbanelli (Innovator of classic accordion designs)

Nicknames & Diminutives

GabiNelliGabbieBani

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