Bobbi – Name Meaning
Bobbi is a name of English origin, derived from the Old Germanic name Robert. It is a unisex name, and can be used for both boys and girls. The meaning of Bobbi is “bright fame” or “shining fame”.
History and Origin
The name Bobbi has its roots in the Old Germanic language, where it was originally spelled as Robert. It was popularized by the Normans during their invasion of England in 1066. The Normans brought with them many French names, including Robert, which eventually evolved into Bobbi. The name was also popularized by the famous Scottish king Robert the Bruce.
Popularity
Bobbi is a relatively popular name in the United States, ranking at number 845 on the Social Security Administration’s list of most popular baby names in 2019. It is more popular for girls than boys, with the female version of the name being more common than the male version.
Famous People Named Bobbi
There are several famous people who have been given the name Bobbi, including:
- Bobbi Brown – American makeup artist and entrepreneur
- Bobbi Kristina Brown – daughter of singers Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown
- Bobbie Gentry – American singer-songwriter
- Bobbie Eakes – American actress and singer
Variations of Bobbi
There are several variations of the name Bobbi that can be found around the world. Some of these include: Robby (English), Robbie (Scottish), Robi (Hungarian), Robbee (Irish), Robbin (Dutch) and Robyn (Welsh).
