Robbie

“Bright fame”

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 48% boys♀ 52% girls

#2074US 2023

72Births / yr

↑Rising

43.4kAll-time births

📅 Since 188000.03% of births at peak

How to pronounce Robbie

RAH·bee

/ˈrɑ.biː/ · stress on RAH · 2 syllables

“Bright fame”

American origin · Unisex name

What does Robbie mean and where does it come from?

Robbie is often considered a diminutive form of Robert or Roberta. The name Robert originates from the Old High German name Hrodebert, which means 'bright fame.' While Robbie is traditionally a masculine name, it has gained popularity as a feminine name over the years, particularly in English-speaki

Cultural significance

Robbie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of bright fame.

Peak popularity

Reached #331 in 1932 — currently #2074 in the US.

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How else can you spell Robbie?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Robbie?

Robbie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Robbie Grace

How popular is Robbie right now?

Rising fast — up 189 spots — currently #2074 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1880–2023#2074 · Top 1.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2074	72	▲ up 189 · +13% births
2022	#2263	64	▼ down 189 · -10% births
2021	#2074	71	▲ up 1564 · +78% births
2020	#3638	40	▲ up 3962 · +167% births
2015	#7600	15	▲ up 1097 · +15% births
2010	#8697	13	▼ down 2166 · -28% births
2005	#6531	18	▼ down 1378 · -18% births
2000	#5153	22	▼ down 2411 · -50% births
1995	#2742	44	▼ down 141 · -2% births
1990	#2601	45	▼ down 839 · -30% births
1985	#1762	64	▼ down 553 · -41% births
1980	#1209	109	▼ down 196 · -8% births
1975	#1013	119	▼ down 316 · -47% births
1970	#697	225	▼ down 146 · -24% births
1965	#551	296	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Robbie

Best Year1935Rank #358

Peak Count463

Average Rank#1933

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202328 years

The story of Robbie

Robbie has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. A total of 43,394 babies have received this name. Once ranked #821 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #2074 in 2023. Robbie is used for both genders: 52% female and 48% male.

Names that peaked alongside Robbie in 1932:

Mary Betty Barbara Dorothy Joan

Robbie by decade

Robbie peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	68
1890s	306
1900s	571
1910s	2,038
1920s	3,370
1930s	3,588
1940s	3,909
1950s	6,629
1960s ★	10,141
1970s	6,120
1980s	3,185
1990s	1,636
2000s	928
2010s	796
2020s	109

What are good nicknames for Robbie?

ENGLISH

BobbieBobby

MEDIEVAL ENGLISH

Hopkin

WELSH

Hopcyn

ANCIENT GERMANIC

HrodebertHrodprehtRobert

What names sound and feel like Robbie?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Robbie also consider these

Robie

American · A pet form

Hobbie

American · English

Obbie

American · my servant is

Robbye

American · Bright fame

Rebbie

American · English

Rowdie

American · Rough, boisterous

Rubbie

American · A diminutive form

DobbIe

English · gift of God

How is Robbie written in other languages?

Gender variants of Robbie

Hrodebert ANCIENT GERMANIC Hrodpreht ANCIENT GERMANIC Robert ANCIENT GERMANIC Roparzh BRETON Robert CROATIAN Robert CZECH Robert DANISH Bob DUTCH Brecht DUTCH Rob DUTCH Robbe DUTCH Robert DUTCH Robin DUTCH Robrecht DUTCH Rupert DUTCH Bob ENGLISH Bobbie ENGLISH Bobby ENGLISH Rob ENGLISH Robby ENGLISH Robert ENGLISH Robin ENGLISH Rupert ENGLISH Pertti FINNISH Roope FINNISH Roopertti FINNISH Robert FRENCH Robert GERMAN Rupert GERMAN Ruprecht GERMAN Róbert HUNGARIAN Robi HUNGARIAN Róbert ICELANDIC Roibeárd IRISH Berto ITALIAN Roberto ITALIAN Roberts LATVIAN Robertas LITHUANIAN Hob MEDIEVAL ENGLISH Hopkin MEDIEVAL ENGLISH Robert NORWEGIAN Robert POLISH Roberto PORTUGUESE Robert ROMANIAN Robert RUSSIAN Rab SCOTTISH Rabbie SCOTTISH Raibeart SCOTTISH Róbert SLOVAK Robert SLOVENE Berto SPANISH Roberto SPANISH Ruperto SPANISH Robert SWEDISH Robin SWEDISH Hopcyn WELSH Brechtje DUTCH Bobbi ENGLISH Bobbie ENGLISH Robena ENGLISH Roberta ENGLISH Robina ENGLISH Robyn ENGLISH Robynne ENGLISH Roberte FRENCH Roberta ITALIAN Robertina ITALIAN Roberta SPANISH Robertina SPANISH Ruperta SPANISH Brechtje DUTCH Bobbi ENGLISH Bobbie ENGLISH Robena ENGLISH Roberta ENGLISH Robina ENGLISH Robyn ENGLISH Robynne ENGLISH Roberte FRENCH Roberta ITALIAN Robertina ITALIAN Roberta SPANISH Robertina SPANISH Ruperta SPANISH

Common questions about the name Robbie

What does the name Robbie mean?

Robbie means "Bright fame" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Robbie?

Robbie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Robbie have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Robbie?

Robbie originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Robbie?

Robbie is a two-syllable name pronounced R AA1 B IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Robbie trending right now?

Robbie is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.