What is Robbie short for?

In old records, Robbie is usually short for Robert. It can also stand for Roberta. You will find it in Scottish, American, and British records, chiefly 1700s-1900s. The Robbie-to-Robert jump is easy to miss, so it is worth searching both when you hit a dead end.

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Does Robbie always mean Robert?+

Not always. Robbie most often stands for Robert, but it also appears for Roberta. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.

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