Robie Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ROH-bee /ˈroʊ.bi/
Origin: English; Scottish
Meaning: English: Bright fame; Scottish: Fame and glory
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Robie is derived from the Old High German name Hrodebert, which is composed of the elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'berht' meaning 'bright' or 'shining.' This name evolved through various linguistic stages, first appearing in the Latin form Robertus, which was used in medieval Latin texts. The name was introduced into England by the Normans after the Conquest in the 11th century, where it became popularized as Robert.
Over time, diminutive forms and variations emerged, including Rob and Robbie, which reflect the name's adaptability in different cultural contexts. Historically, the name Robert has been borne by numerous significant figures, including Robert the Bruce, the King of Scots in the early 14th century, who is celebrated for his role in the Wars of Scottish Independence.
Additionally, Saint Robert of Molesme, a 11th-century French abbot, contributed to the name's religious significance, particularly within Christian communities. The name's prominence continued through various literary and historical texts, including the King James Bible, which features the name in its various forms, further embedding it into the cultural fabric of English-speaking societies.
Culturally, the name Robie, while less common than its root Robert, carries connotations of nobility and valor due to its etymological roots. The associations with fame and brightness lend the name a positive resonance, often linked to characteristics of leadership and distinction.
This enduring legacy is reflected in the continued use of the name in various forms across different cultures, demonstrating its historical significance and adaptability.
Famous people named Robie
In this section, you will find notable people named Robie. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Robie who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Robie who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Robie H. Harris is an author best known for It's Perfectly Normal, It's So Amazing, and It's Not the Stork.
Fictional characters named Robie
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Robie is a fictional character from the novel and film series The Robie Family. They are a member of the Robie family, known for their adventurous spirit and family dynamics.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Robie. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Robie was first seen in the United States in 1892.
Robie has ranked as high as #1104 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in North Carolina, and California.
In the past 5 years the name Robie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Robie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Robie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Robie (1966)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Robie.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1972 | 28 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1970 | 23 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1968 | 22 |
| 1967 | 24 |
| 1966 | 30 |
| 1965 | 26 |
| 1964 | 32 |
| 1963 | 40 |
| 1962 | 29 |
| 1961 | 30 |
| 1960 | 24 |
| 1959 | 18 |
| 1958 | 17 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1950 | 17 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1928 | 12 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1922 | 16 |
| 1921 | 17 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1919 | 18 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1892 | 5 |