Libby

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Libby as a feminine given name is typically a diminutive form of Elizabeth, which is less commonly spelled 'Libbie' or 'Libi'.

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In recent years, it has been used as a shortened version of the name Liberty.

The name means my heart in Hebrew. It became popular in Israel due to a character in a series of novels for young teenagers by author Hadas Leibowitz and due to its use in the Israeli song Achoti Haktana or My Little Sister. [1]

As a surname, it can also be spelled 'Libbey'.

Libby or Libbie may refer to:

People with the name

Given name

Libby or Libbie

Elizabeth or Lisbeth

Surname

Fictional characters

Commercial

Places

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References

  1. "The 20 Most Popular Jewish Baby Names in Israel". 19 September 2023.