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Bibi
How to Pronounce Bibi
Pronounced BEE-bee /ˈbi.bi/High
Meaning: From Persian/Urdu bibi, 'a lady; mistress of the house' (a respectful title for women), and Swahili bibi, 'lady; grandmother'; also a pet form of Bb- names; routes layeredLow
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Bibi comes from Persian/Urdu bibi, 'a lady; mistress of the house' (a respectful title), and Swahili bibi, 'lady; grandmother'; it is also used as a pet form of names beginning with B (routes layered, which we note). A warm, homey name (said 'BEE-bee').
In the U.S. it appears across South Asian, East African, and Latin American families. Rare, a-lady-of-the-house at the root, and homey.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Bibi mean?
Bibi is Persian/Urdu 'a lady; mistress of the house' and Swahili 'lady; grandmother'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Bibi?
It's said BEE-bee /ˈbi.bi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Bibi a boy or girl name?
Bibi is a girl's name.
How popular is Bibi?
Bibi is a rare name in the U.S.