Bambi
Bambi: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Bambi
Root meaning: “young girl”
- A female given name.
Etymology
Borrowed from Italian Bambi, from bambina (“young girl”).
How popular is Bambi?
Since 1880, 5,261 girls in the U.S. have been named Bambi. Its highest rank for girls was #562 in 1979. In 2025, 17 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Bambi FAQ
What does the name Bambi mean?
Bambi traces back to a root meaning "young girl". A female given name. Borrowed from Italian Bambi, from bambina (“young girl”).
What is the origin of the name Bambi?
Bambi is listed as a name of Italian origin.
How popular is the name Bambi?
Since 1880, 5,261 girls in the U.S. have been named Bambi. Its highest rank for girls was #562 in 1979. In 2025, 17 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Bambi a boy or girl name?
Bambi is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 5,261 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.