Find out how popular the first name Bobbyjo has been for the last 16 years (from 1975 to 1990) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Bobbyjo by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Bobbyjo is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1990, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Bobbyjo.

The history of the first name Bobbyjo

The name Bobbyjo is a modern English name that originated in the late 20th century. It is a combination of the common English name Bobby, a diminutive form of Robert, and the name Jo, which is a shortened version of various names such as Josephine or Joanne.

While the individual components of the name have long histories, the specific combination of Bobbyjo is relatively recent and does not appear to have any direct ties to a particular culture or language beyond its English roots. The name Bobby has been in use since the late 18th century, derived from the French name Robert, which itself traces back to the Germanic words "hrōd" meaning "fame" and "beraht" meaning "bright."

The name Jo, on the other hand, has its origins in various European names like Joanna, Johanna, and Josephine. These names ultimately derive from the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." The combination of Bobby and Jo to form Bobbyjo is a creative twist that likely emerged as a unique name choice in the late 20th century.

While there are no known historical figures or records specifically referring to the name Bobbyjo, there have been several notable individuals throughout history with the names Bobby or Jo. For instance, Bobby Moore (1941-1993) was an English footballer who captained the national team to victory in the 1966 World Cup. Jo Stafford (1917-2008) was an American singer and actress who had a successful career in the 1940s and 1950s.

Other examples include Bobby Darin (1936-1973), an American singer and actor, Jo Durie (born 1960), a British tennis player, and Bobby Charlton (born 1937), an English footballer and member of the World Cup-winning team in 1966. These individuals, while not bearing the exact name Bobbyjo, exemplify the historical usage and prominence of the individual components that make up this modern name.

Data source

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