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Roby

Derived from the Hebrew name Hannah meaning grace or favor, and sometimes associated with the Greek Hagne meaning pure or chaste. It reflects a gentle, sophisticated personality characterized by inner peace and a nurturing spirit.

Key Stats

Total births2,599
GenderMale (16% / 84%)
Peak year1919
Peak generationG.I. Gen
First recorded1913
Most recent2011
Syllables2
OriginEnglish, French, Greek, Hebrew, Scottish
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Name Traits & Attributes

🏛️ Vintage Heritage

Top States

NC — 58%TX — 18%VA — 16%WV — 7%OH — 2%

Notable People

Anice Das (Dutch Olympic speed skater) · Anice Potter Terhune (American author and composer) · Anice Badri (Professional footballer) · Anice George (Nursing educator and academic administrator) · Anice Johnson (Community leader and advocate)

Nicknames & Diminutives

AnnieAniNicie

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