| Meaning | bright fame, shining glory |
| Origin | English, German |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Bobby |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Bob-by |
Bobby is a charming and endearing baby boy name with a rich history and a heartwarming meaning. Originating from the Germanic name Robert, Bobby has become a popular standalone name on its own, loved for its simplicity and friendly appeal.
The name Robert, from which Bobby is derived, carries the powerful significance of "bright fame" or "famed one," instilling a sense of pride and achievement. As a diminutive, Bobby retains that essence, embodying a sense of approachability and familiarity, making it perfect for a beloved son.
Bobby has adorned many famous personalities, from brilliant minds like chess grandmaster Bobby Fischer to influential footballers like Bobby Moore. This name has also left an indelible mark in fiction, with characters like Bobby Singer from "Supernatural" and Bobby Hill from "King of the Hill."
Choosing Bobby for your little one is a timeless and delightful choice, bestowing upon him a name that exudes warmth and brings to mind visions of a bright future filled with love and admiration.
| Bob |
| Robby |
| Rob |
| Bo |
| Bobby Fischer | American chess grandmaster |
| Bobby Moore | English footballer and World Cup-winning captain |
| Bobby Charlton | English football legend |
| Bobby Brown | American singer and songwriter |
| Bobby Darin | American singer and actor |
| Bobby Orr | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Bobby Bowden | American college football coach |
| Bobby Cannavale | American actor |
| Bobby Deol | Indian actor |
| Bobby Jindal | American politician and former Governor of Louisiana |
| Bobby Shmurda | American rapper |
| Bobby Rydell | American singer and actor |
| Bobby Vinton | American singer |
| Bobby Driscoll | American child actor |
| Bobby Zamora | English footballer |
| Bobby Kimball | American singer - Toto |
| Bobby Unser | American racing driver |
| Bobby Rahal | American racing driver and team owner |
| Bobby Farrelly | American film director and producer |
| Bobby Flay | American celebrity chef and television personality |
| Bobby Hill | "King of the Hill" animated series |
| Bobby Axelrod | "Billions" TV series |
| Bobby Drake | Iceman - Marvel Comics character - X-Men |
| Bobby "Bacala" Baccalieri | "The Sopranos" TV series |
| Bobby Ewing | "Dallas" TV series |
| Bobby Finstock | "Teen Wolf" TV series |
| Bobby Wheeler | "Taxi" TV series |
| Bobby Boucher | "The Waterboy" movie |
| Bobby Mercer | "Four Brothers" movie |
| Bobby Cobb | "Cougar Town" TV series |
| Bobby Caffey | "Third Watch" TV series |
| Bobby Newport | "Parks and Recreation" TV series |
| Bobby Singer | "X-Men" movie series |
| Bobby Funke | "Assassination of a High School President" movie |
| Bobby Riddle | "Bobby's World" animated series |
| Bobby Bolivia | "Transformers" movie |
| Bobby Prinze | "Scary Movie" franchise |
| Bobby Taylor | "The Brady Bunch Movie" series |
| Bobby Pellitt | "Horrible Bosses" movie |