Bobbye
Bobbye is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Bright fame or famous bright.
Origin and history
Bobbye is a feminine variant of Bobby, originating as a nickname for Robert, which derives from the Germanic name Hrōðbeorht. It enjoyed moderate popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in Southern states, as a traditional female diminutive ending in 'e'. Today, it is rarely given to newborns, carrying a vintage, mid-century American charm.
Popularity in the United States
3,172 babies in the United States have been named Bobbye since 1880. It ranks #3158 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (36.6 %)
- MS (18.3 %)
- AR (11.1 %)
- TN (9.6 %)
- LA (9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 99 |
| 1920-1930 | 614 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,161 |
| 1940-1950 | 623 |
| 1950-1960 | 373 |
| 1960-1970 | 132 |
| 1970-1980 | 96 |
| 1980-1990 | 51 |
| 1990-2000 | 23 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Bobbye
- Bobbye Hall: Percussionist, Musician
Fun facts
- The 'e' suffix was historically added to masculine diminutives like Bobby or Billy to give them a feminine presentation in the U.S.
- Bobbye saw its highest usage in the United States during the 1920s through the 1940s.