Libby
Libby is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Pledged to God or God is my oath.
Origin and history
Libby originated as a medieval English diminutive of Elizabeth, which derives from the Hebrew name Elisheva. It has long functioned as an independent given name in the United States, offering a classic yet casual feel. While historically less common than Liz or Beth, it maintains steady usage.
Popularity in the United States
17,966 babies in the United States have been named Libby since 1880. It ranks #1137 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1044.
States where it is most popular
- NY (18.8 %)
- TX (8.2 %)
- NC (6.6 %)
- CA (6.5 %)
- IL (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 49 |
| 1890-1900 | 128 |
| 1900-1910 | 205 |
| 1910-1920 | 809 |
| 1920-1930 | 772 |
| 1930-1940 | 951 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,168 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,669 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,070 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,120 |
| 1980-1990 | 887 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,214 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,863 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,754 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,307 |
Famous people named Libby
- Libby Holman: Singer, Actress
- Libby Trickett: Swimmer, Olympic Athlete
- Libby Schaaf: Politician, Mayor
Fun facts
- Libby developed in medieval England alongside other 'L' diminutives for Elizabeth, such as Libby and Lizzie.
- Although originally a nickname, Libby has been registered as an official given name in the U.S. since records began in 1880.