Libbie
Libbie is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Pledged to God or God is my oath.
Origin and history
Libbie is a traditional diminutive of Elizabeth, which derives from the Hebrew name Elisheba. Historically used as an independent given name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it remains a rare but recognizable choice in the United States today.
Popularity in the United States
2,513 babies in the United States have been named Libbie since 1880. It ranks #3524 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2047.
States where it is most popular
- NY (26.5 %)
- TX (25.8 %)
- IL (17.4 %)
- IA (14.2 %)
- NE (12.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 204 |
| 1890-1900 | 228 |
| 1900-1910 | 196 |
| 1910-1920 | 362 |
| 1920-1930 | 231 |
| 1930-1940 | 105 |
| 1940-1950 | 129 |
| 1950-1960 | 161 |
| 1960-1970 | 140 |
| 1970-1980 | 79 |
| 1980-1990 | 56 |
| 1990-2000 | 111 |
| 2000-2010 | 278 |
| 2010-2019 | 179 |
| 2020-2029 | 54 |
Famous people named Libbie
- Libbie Bacon Custer: Author, Public Speaker
Nicknames
Lib, Libby
Fun facts
- Libbie originated as a common Victorian nickname for Elizabeth alongside Libby and Lizzie.
- The name was most commonly registered as an independent given name in the late 19th century in the U.S.