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Bobby
BoyEnglish, diminutive of Robert origin · /BAH-bee/ · classic
Meaning: Bright fame.
Popularity 47/1002 syllables↓ Falling
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Today, Bobby is an uncommon name (popularity 47/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Bobby is a diminutive form of the name Robert, which originates from the Old Germanic name Hrodebert, composed of the elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright'. It became popular in English-speaking countries as a standalone name in the 20th century.
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