Robby Unisex

Popularity: #901 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationRAH-bee / /ˈrɒbi/

English; German

Meaning

English: Bright fame; German: Fame and glory

Historical & Cultural Background

Robby is often considered a diminutive of Robert, which has roots in Old High German. The name Robert was popularized by various kings and nobles throughout history. As a standalone name, Robby gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.

Trend Summary

Robby has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the mid-20th century but remaining a recognizable name.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Rob
  • Robbie
  • Robert

International Variants

  • Roberto (Italian/Spanish)
  • Ruprecht (German)
  • Robrecht (Dutch)

Famous people named Robby

Robby Gordon is a professional off-road racer and former NASCAR driver known for his competitive spirit and multiple championships.

Robby Krieger is the guitarist for the rock band The Doors, recognized for his influential contributions to rock music.

Robby Benson is an American actor and director, famous for his roles in films such as 'Beauty and the Beast' and 'Ode to Billy Joe.'.

Robby McCulloch is a Canadian musician and songwriter known for his work in the rock genre.

Fictional characters named Robby

Robby the Robot is a character from the classic science fiction film 'Forbidden Planet,' known for his advanced technology and assistance to the crew.

Robby Hart is a character in the film 'The Wedding Singer,' portrayed as a charming and romantic lead.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Robby was first seen in the United States in 1922. Robby has ranked as high as #746 nationally, which occurred in 1964, and has been most popular in California, Georgia, Ohio, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Robby has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Robby (2023)

StateBirthsShare
TX 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19226
19235
19246
19259
19276
19289
19299
19307
19319
193210
193310
193410
193519
193612
193710
193815
193928
194022
194121
194218
194317
194418
194512
194641
194759
194831
194952
195039
195135
195265
195380
195498
1955102
1956149
1957150
1958204
1959208
1960207
1961314
1962360
1963388
1964412
1965351
1966307
1967254
1968346
1969374
1970312
1971354
1972318
1973231
1974202
1975199
1976164
1977248
1978211
1979232
1980240
1981212
1982190
1983157
1984146
1985158
1986149
1987128
1988120
1989142
1990111
1991107
1992104
199379
199472
199553
199661
199746
199835
199956
200050
200141
200244
200336
200431
200547
200639
200734
200838
200934
201042
201124
201234
201332
201432
201525
201628
201717
201823
201924
202024
202121
202223
202325
202423