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Name Origin

Bobbie is a diminutive of the masculine given name Robert, which originates from the Germanic elements 'hroþ' meaning 'fame' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright'. Therefore, Bobbie ultimately signifies 'bright fame' or 'famous brilliance'.

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Famous People

Bobbie Gentry (1942-)

Singer-songwriter

  • Wrote and performed the hit song 'Ode to Billie Joe'
  • Won a Grammy Award for Best Female Vocal Performance

Bobbie Ann Mason (1940-)

Writer

  • Known for her short stories and novels set in rural Kentucky
  • Won the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction

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