Explore Our Collection of Books and Stories About Bobby

The name Bobby is a diminutive of the name Robert, which means "bright fame." Robert is derived from the Old Germanic name Hrodebert, which is composed of the elements hrod (meaning "fame") and beraht (meaning "bright" or "shining").Bobby is a popular name for boys, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been used as a standalone name since the 19th century, but more commonly as a nickname for Robert. The name gained popularity in the 1930s and 1940s and has remained popular ever since.Famous people with the name Bobby include Bobby Kennedy, Bobby Orr, and Bobby Flay. The name has also been used in popular culture, such as in the song "Bobby's Girl" and in the TV show "Bobby's World."

The name Bobby is most popular in the United States and the United Kingdom.

Bobby is a classic name that has been popular for generations. If you like the sound of Bobby but want to explore some similar options, here are a few names to consider:

• Robby
• Billy
• Tommy
• Johnny
• Danny
• Freddie
• Teddy
• Mikey
• Ricky
• Joey