Bobi is a name of Bulgarian origin. It is derived from the Bulgarian word "bob" which means "God is merciful". The name is also associated with the Bulgarian folk hero, Bobi Hristov, who was known for his strength and bravery. The name Bobi has been used in Bulgaria for centuries and has become a popular choice among parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their children. It is often shortened to the nickname "Bob". Despite its Bulgarian origins, the name Bobi has gained popularity around the world and can be found in various cultures and languages.
The given statistics show the annual number of births with the name Bobi in the United States from 1942 to 1996. Over this period of time, there was a total of 593 babies named Bobi born in the U.S.
Looking at the trends over the years, we can see that the popularity of the name Bobi has fluctuated significantly. The highest number of births occurred in 1979 with 32 babies named Bobi. This is followed by a peak in 1971 with 22 births and another peak in 1981 with 28 births.
However, after the mid-1980s, the popularity of the name Bobi began to decline dramatically. From 1983 onwards, the annual number of babies named Bobi was consistently below 20, reaching as low as 5 in some years (1990 and 1993). This trend continued until at least 1996, indicating that the name Bobi may have fallen out of fashion among parents during this time period.
Despite its fluctuating popularity, it's clear that the name Bobi has been a part of American naming culture for several decades. Over the course of nearly 55 years, hundreds of babies have been given this unique moniker.