Bobette Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bobette is a name of French origin, meaning 'bright fame'. It evolved from the Old High German name Hrodebert through Robert to Bobette. The name is associated with affectionate traits and has no biblical relevance. It has gained popularity as a feminine variant of Robert, especially in French-speaking contexts.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bobette"
Pronunciation
/bəˈbɛt/
Origin
French
Etymology
Bobette is a diminutive form of the name Robert, which comes from the Old High German 'Hrodebert', meaning 'bright fame'.
Meaning
bright fame
Language Evolution
Hrodebert, Robert, Bobette
Historical Usage
Bobette has been used as a feminine form of Robert and gained popularity particularly in French-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Bobby, Roberta, Bette
Modern Popularity & Image
Bobette is perceived as a charming and vintage name that carries a sense of affection and warmth.
Famous People
Bobette Buster, an American author and speaker., Bobette R. Cohen, an American artist.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 55 peak births in 1954
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in Illinois
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bobette"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Bobette"
"Bobette" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3504th of 9107 | 121 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2000th of 9204 | 319 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1639th of 12526 | 778 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3988th of 19264 | 246 |
Regional Popularity of "Bobette" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Bobette" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
71.09% 1099th/1546 |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
- |
81.71% 1264th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
55.55% 1237th/2227 |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
81.53% 2326th/2853 |
50.88% 1412th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
84.34% 2477th/2937 |
- | - |
91.79% 3712th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bobette"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bobette" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Bobette" in the United States
The name Bobette is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bobette has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Bobette' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3504th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2000th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1639th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3988th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Bobette' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.