Bobby
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Bobby is a boy name of English origin meaning "Bright fame".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
English
Religion
Christian
Popularity
25 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Bright fame
Etymology
Pet form of Robert, from Old High German Hrodebert: hruod (fame) + bert (bright).
Famous People Named Bobby
- Bobby Fischer — American chess player (1943–2008)
- Bobby Charlton — English association football player and manager (1937–2023)
- Bobby McFerrin — American jazz vocalist and composer (born 1950)
- Bobby Cannavale — American actor (born 1970)
- Bobby Brown — American R&B singer (born 1969)
Frequently Asked Questions About Bobby
What does the name Bobby mean?
Bobby means "Bright fame", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Bobby?
Bobby originates from English, commonly used in Europe.
Is Bobby a boy or girl name?
Bobby is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Bobby associated with?
Bobby is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Bobby?
Yes — notable people named Bobby include Bobby Fischer (American chess player, 1943–2008), Bobby Charlton (English association football player and manager, 1937–2023), Bobby McFerrin (American jazz vocalist and composer, born 1950), Bobby Cannavale (American actor, born 1970) and Bobby Brown (American R&B singer, born 1969).
Last updated: June 2026