Robbie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationROBB-ee / /ˈrɒbi/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: Bright fame; Scottish: Diminutive of Robert
Historical & Cultural Background
Robbie is often considered a diminutive form of the name Robert, which has Germanic roots meaning 'bright fame.' The name has been popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in Scotland. It has been used as both a given name and a nickname, reflecting a friendly and approachable character. Over the years, Robbie has appeared in various cultural contexts, including literature and music.
Trend Summary
Robbie has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rob
- Robbie
- Robb
International Variants
- Roberto (Italian/Spanish)
- Ruprecht (German)
- Robrecht (Dutch)
Famous people named Robbie
Robbie Williams is a British singer and songwriter known for his successful solo career and as a member of the band Take That.
Robbie Coltrane was a Scottish actor and writer, best known for his role as Hagrid in the Harry Potter film series.
Robbie Keane is an Irish former professional footballer who played for clubs including Tottenham Hotspur and LA Galaxy.
Robbie Amell is a Canadian actor known for his roles in the television series The Tomorrow People and Upload.
Fictional characters named Robbie
Robbie the Robot is a character from the classic science fiction film Forbidden Planet, serving as a helpful automaton.
Robbie Hart is a character in the film The Wedding Singer, portrayed by Adam Sandler, who is a wedding singer navigating love and heartbreak.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Robbie was first seen in the United States in 1889. Robbie has ranked as high as #550 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in California, Georgia, North Carolina, Ohio, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Robbie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Robbie (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
UT | 7 | |
OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1889 | 5 |
1890 | 6 |
1897 | 7 |
1902 | 8 |
1903 | 5 |
1907 | 8 |
1908 | 8 |
1909 | 11 |
1910 | 9 |
1911 | 10 |
1912 | 15 |
1913 | 10 |
1914 | 19 |
1915 | 27 |
1916 | 25 |
1917 | 27 |
1918 | 27 |
1919 | 29 |
1920 | 30 |
1921 | 22 |
1922 | 23 |
1923 | 27 |
1924 | 25 |
1925 | 32 |
1926 | 34 |
1927 | 44 |
1928 | 42 |
1929 | 24 |
1930 | 33 |
1931 | 40 |
1932 | 46 |
1933 | 38 |
1934 | 59 |
1935 | 47 |
1936 | 49 |
1937 | 34 |
1938 | 46 |
1939 | 63 |
1940 | 74 |
1941 | 70 |
1942 | 71 |
1943 | 64 |
1944 | 51 |
1945 | 61 |
1946 | 104 |
1947 | 147 |
1948 | 119 |
1949 | 118 |
1950 | 118 |
1951 | 133 |
1952 | 174 |
1953 | 184 |
1954 | 229 |
1955 | 229 |
1956 | 312 |
1957 | 370 |
1958 | 404 |
1959 | 388 |
1960 | 454 |
1961 | 681 |
1962 | 703 |
1963 | 884 |
1964 | 848 |
1965 | 712 |
1966 | 595 |
1967 | 564 |
1968 | 651 |
1969 | 711 |
1970 | 672 |
1971 | 658 |
1972 | 584 |
1973 | 491 |
1974 | 415 |
1975 | 398 |
1976 | 312 |
1977 | 432 |
1978 | 352 |
1979 | 337 |
1980 | 345 |
1981 | 345 |
1982 | 315 |
1983 | 269 |
1984 | 184 |
1985 | 221 |
1986 | 223 |
1987 | 177 |
1988 | 211 |
1989 | 197 |
1990 | 184 |
1991 | 149 |
1992 | 154 |
1993 | 150 |
1994 | 111 |
1995 | 118 |
1996 | 117 |
1997 | 87 |
1998 | 81 |
1999 | 93 |
2000 | 100 |
2001 | 84 |
2002 | 83 |
2003 | 75 |
2004 | 63 |
2005 | 67 |
2006 | 67 |
2007 | 58 |
2008 | 62 |
2009 | 65 |
2010 | 65 |
2011 | 69 |
2012 | 75 |
2013 | 71 |
2014 | 61 |
2015 | 64 |
2016 | 59 |
2017 | 66 |
2018 | 61 |
2019 | 48 |
2020 | 70 |
2021 | 71 |
2022 | 64 |
2023 | 72 |
2024 | 56 |