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      Meaning of the first name Rabbie

      Origin

      Scottish

      Meaning

      Dimunitive Form of Robert

      Variations

      Gabbie, Rabbit, Robbie
      The name Rabbie has its origins in Scotland and is a diminutive form of the name Robert. Derived from the Old English name Hrodebert, meaning bright fame, Robert was a popular given name among the Scottish population. Over time, a trend developed to create affectionate or familiar forms of names, resulting in the formation of the diminutive Rabbie.

      In Scottish history, the name Rabbie gained particular significance due to its association with the renowned poet Robert Burns. Burns, commonly referred to as Rabbie Burns, was a national figure in Scotland and is considered a pioneer of the Romantic movement in literature. His works, including famous poems such as Auld Lang Syne and Tam o' Shanter, brought great acclaim to the name Rabbie. Today, Rabbie continues to be predominantly associated with the legacy of Robert Burns, often evoking a sense of Scottish identity and poetic tradition. While its usage as a given name is not as common as Robert, Rabbie remains a recognized and respected name within Scottish culture.

      Based on our records...

      Williams

      Williams

      This is the most common surname associated with Rabbie.
      Jean

      Jean

      This is the most common name of those married to a Rabbie.
      Donna

      Donna

      This is the most common name for a child of a Rabbie.
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      1888 is when there were the most people born with the first name Rabbie.

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