Find out how popular the first name Bobbye has been for the last 25 years (from 1974 to 1998) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Bobbye by gender

Based on the last 25 years of data, Bobbye is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 96% of people named Bobbye being female.

For the most recent data in 1998, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Bobbye.

The history of the first name Bobbye

The name Bobbye is believed to have originated from the Old English name Robert, which is derived from the Germanic elements "hrod" meaning "fame" and "berht" meaning "bright." This name was introduced to England by the Normans after their conquest in 1066 and quickly gained popularity.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bobbye can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where a landowner named Bobbi is mentioned. This spelling variation likely emerged as a diminutive or nickname for Robert.

In medieval times, the name Bobbye appeared in various religious and historical texts. For example, a monk named Bobbye is referenced in the chronicles of the Benedictine Abbey of Bury St. Edmunds in the 12th century.

During the Renaissance period, the name Bobbye became more widespread across Europe. Notable figures include Bobbye Arundel, an English nobleman and courtier who lived from 1548 to 1610, and Bobbye Valois, a French philosopher and writer who lived from 1607 to 1692.

In the 18th century, Bobbye Hooke (1635-1703) was an influential English scientist and architect who played a significant role in the development of modern science. Another notable figure was Bobbye Burns (1759-1796), the famous Scottish poet and lyricist.

In the 19th century, Bobbye Browning (1812-1889) was an acclaimed English poet and playwright, while Bobbye Peel (1788-1850) was a British statesman and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

As the name Bobbye continued to be used throughout the centuries, it has been borne by various individuals across different fields, including literature, politics, and the arts.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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