Girl
Libby
God's promise
About Libby
Bubbly and bright, Libby radiates cheerfulness and charm in equal measure. This name has an instant friendliness that makes people smile, evoking someone approachable and genuinely kind. It carries a vintage sweetness that never feels dated, instead lending it a classic appeal that transcends passing trends. The double-B gives it a pleasant bounce, making it fun to say and memorable to hear. Libby works wonderfully as a standalone name, complete in its simplicity, though it traditionally connects to Elizabeth or Liberty, offering depth and versatility. Parents drawn to this name often appreciate its straightforward nature and the way it suggests someone down-to-earth and authentic. There's no pretense with Libby—it's honest, warm, and utterly genuine. The name suits someone who lights up a room with their presence, bringing energy and positivity wherever they go. It's perfectly balanced between being youthful and ageless, working beautifully throughout all stages of life.
Popularity of the Name Libby
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | #895 | ||||
| 1885 | #720 | ||||
| 1886 | #866 | ||||
| 1887 | #906 | ||||
| 1888 | #999 | ||||
| 1890 | #907 | ||||
| 1891 | #978 | ||||
| 1892 | #990 | ||||
| 1894 | #925 | ||||
| 1895 | #878 | ||||
| 1896 | #676 | ||||
| 1898 | #782 | ||||
| 1899 | #805 | ||||
| 1900 | #791 | ||||
| 1901 | #812 | ||||
| 1903 | #915 | ||||
| 1904 | #845 | ||||
| 1905 | #752 | ||||
| 1906 | #811 | ||||
| 1907 | #782 | ||||
| 1908 | #843 | ||||
| 1909 | #726 | ||||
| 1910 | #716 | ||||
| 1911 | #657 | ||||
| 1912 | #670 | ||||
| 1913 | #717 | ||||
| 1914 | #739 | ||||
| 1915 | #634 | ||||
| 1916 | #664 | ||||
| 1917 | #660 | ||||
| 1918 | #638 | ||||
| 1919 | #653 | ||||
| 1920 | #794 | ||||
| 1921 | #720 | ||||
| 1922 | #913 | ||||
| 1923 | #822 | ||||
| 1924 | #862 | ||||
| 1925 | #971 | ||||
| 1926 | #897 | ||||
| 1927 | #738 | ||||
| 1928 | #910 | ||||
| 1929 | #811 | ||||
| 1930 | #903 | ||||
| 1931 | #826 | ||||
| 1932 | #717 | ||||
| 1933 | #610 | ||||
| 1934 | #605 | ||||
| 1935 | #683 | ||||
| 1936 | #674 | ||||
| 1937 | #696 | ||||
| 1938 | #647 | ||||
| 1939 | #707 | ||||
| 1940 | #806 | ||||
| 1941 | #700 | ||||
| 1942 | #764 | ||||
| 1943 | #780 | ||||
| 1944 | #703 | ||||
| 1945 | #724 | ||||
| 1946 | #680 | ||||
| 1947 | #675 | ||||
| 1948 | #717 | ||||
| 1949 | #715 | ||||
| 1950 | #794 | ||||
| 1951 | #821 | ||||
| 1952 | #761 | ||||
| 1953 | #749 | ||||
| 1954 | #745 | ||||
| 1955 | #839 | ||||
| 1956 | #758 | ||||
| 1957 | #687 | ||||
| 1958 | #627 | ||||
| 1959 | #649 | ||||
| 1960 | #618 | ||||
| 1961 | #634 | ||||
| 1962 | #648 | ||||
| 1963 | #675 | ||||
| 1964 | #731 | ||||
| 1965 | #743 | ||||
| 1966 | #757 | ||||
| 1967 | #678 | ||||
| 1968 | #760 | ||||
| 1969 | #831 | ||||
| 1972 | #976 | ||||
| 1973 | #902 | ||||
| 1976 | #995 | ||||
| 2002 | #979 | #78 | #171 | #344 | |
| 2003 | #922 | #61 | #118 | #306 | |
| 2004 | #826 | #57 | #189 | #253 | |
| 2005 | #781 | #54 | #153 | #270 | #904 |
| 2006 | #789 | #56 | #86 | #206 | |
| 2007 | #866 | #60 | #121 | #194 | |
| 2008 | #882 | #64 | #118 | #320 | #919 |
| 2009 | #798 | #81 | #124 | #187 | |
| 2010 | #793 | #102 | #183 | #186 | |
| 2011 | #928 | #110 | #181 | #184 | |
| 2012 | #916 | #130 | #168 | #191 | |
| 2013 | #888 | #129 | #174 | #268 | #993 |
| 2014 | #890 | #139 | #221 | #222 | #855 |
| 2015 | #1000 | #175 | #143 | #287 | |
| 1997 | #239 | #166 | #639 | ||
| 1998 | #182 | #158 | |||
| 1999 | #129 | #146 | #586 | ||
| 2000 | #109 | #239 | #506 | ||
| 2001 | #86 | #150 | |||
| 2016 | #195 | #291 | #327 | ||
| 2017 | #205 | #387 | #284 | ||
| 2018 | #241 | #319 | #287 | ||
| 2019 | #256 | #278 | |||
| 2020 | #292 | #227 | |||
| 2021 | #313 | #329 | |||
| 2022 | #284 | #439 | |||
| 2023 | #354 | #346 | |||
| 2024 | #430 | #363 | #352 | ||
| 2025 | #487 | ||||
| 1986 | #331 | ||||
| 1988 | #399 | ||||
| 1989 | #303 | ||||
| 1990 | #388 | ||||
| 1991 | #326 | ||||
| 1992 | #307 | ||||
| 1993 | #320 | ||||
| 1994 | #278 | ||||
| 1995 | #209 | ||||
| 1996 | #164 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Libby
Names Similar to Libby
Nicknames for Libby
- Lib
- Libs
- Lizzy
- Bibby
Famous People Named Libby
| Libby Trickett | Australian Olympic swimmer |
| Libby Riddles | First woman to win the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race |
| Libby Lenton | Australian former Olympic swimmer |
| Libby Larsen | American composer |
| Libby Maynard | British rowing champion |
| Libby Sauter | American rock climber and adventurer |
| Libby Davies | Canadian politician |
| Libby Titus | American singer-songwriter |
| Libby Appel | American theater director and producer |
| Libby Purves | British radio presenter and journalist |
| Libby Holman | American singer and actress |
| Libby Roderick | Alaskan singer-songwriter |
| Libby Hill | American film and television actress |
| Libby Boone | American basketball player |
| Libby Gleeson | Australian children's author |
| Libby Clegg | British Paralympic sprinter |
| Libby Schreibman | American figure skater |
| Libby Tanner | Australian actress |
| Libby Powell | British journalist and author |
| Libby Hudson Lydecker | American political activist and suffragist |
Characters Named Libby
| Libby Chessler | A character from the TV show "Sabrina the Teenage Witch" |
| Libby Smith | A character from the TV show "Lost" |
| Libby Folfax | A character from the animated series "Jimmy Neutron - Boy Genius" |
| Libby Turner | A character from the TV show "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Libby Dreifuss | A character from the film "Gone Girl" |
| Libby Mae Brown | A character from the movie "Happy, Texas" |
| Libby Bray | A character from the novel "The Diviners" by Libba Bray |
| Libby Babbage | A character from the TV series "The Bletchley Circle" |
| Libby Day | A character from the TV show "Barbershop" |
| Libby Collins | A character from the movie "Sabrina" |
| Libby Nicolson | A character from the book "Angus, Thongs, and Full-Frontal Snogging" by Louise Rennison |
| Libby Tucker | A character from the novel "Lucy Gets Her Life Back" by Stef Ann Holm |
| Libby Masters | A character from the TV show "Masters of Sex" |