Bobbe
b(ob)-be
US Popularity:11957
Origin:British
Meaning:Bright fame; Foreign
A variant of Bobbi, Bobbie, and similar monikers, Bobbe is a fresh twist on a nickname with many varieties. Typically feminine, Bobbe is an English shortened form of Roberta and Barbara, sharing their links to the German and Greek languages. Roberta translates to "bright fame," from the Germanic elements hruod and beraht. Barbara stems from barbaros, a Greek word that holds the intriguing definition of "foreign." A brand new arrival to the world is bound to be very popular with friends and loved ones, so get ready to plan lots of meets and greets for sweet Bobbe! Everyone who meets them will clearly see that they're as wonderful and vibrant as can be.
How Popular Is The Name Bobbe?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1994
#13710
in 1994
- 3126
from 1981
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 93
Behind the Name, Bobbie, December 2024
Name Doctor, Roberta
Behind the Name, Barbara, December 2024
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