TheNameDBBobbitt
PatronymicMeaning
A diminutive form derived from the personal name Bob or Robert, with the suffix -itt indicating a small or young person.
Etymology
The name combines the given name Bob (short for Robert, from Germanic Hrodebert meaning 'bright fame') with the Middle English diminutive suffix -itt. This patronymic formation was common in English-speaking regions during the medieval period.
About the Bobbitt Surname
Bobbitt is a surname of English origin that emerged as a diminutive patronymic form. The name became more widely recognized in modern times due to high-profile individuals.
Distribution
Primarily found in the United States and England, with concentrations in Virginia and the Carolinas.
Notable Bearers
John Wayne Bobbitt (notable for 1993 incident)