Robert
Germanic boy's name meaning “bright fame”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Germanic
- Meaning
- bright fame
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 6
- US rank (2023)
- #89
- Born in 2023
- 3,823
- Peak year
- 1993 (#17)
Meaning & origin
Robert comes from the Germanic Hrodebert, 'bright fame'. It has been a royal name across Europe.
Is Robert a German name?
Yes — Robert is a German name meaning "bright fame". Robert comes from the Germanic Hrodebert, 'bright fame'. It has been a royal name across Europe. You may also see it described as Germanic, which refer to the same root.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Robert ranked #89 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 3,823 US boys were given the name Robert.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #17 in 1993
“Unranked” means Robert was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
See more boy names starting with R.
How to spell Robert
Robert is spelled R-O-B-E-R-T — 6 letters and 2 syllables.
Nicknames
Rob, Bob, Bobby, Robbie
Robert: frequently asked questions
What does the name Robert mean?
Robert is a Germanic name meaning "bright fame". Robert comes from the Germanic Hrodebert, 'bright fame'. It has been a royal name across Europe.
Where does the name Robert come from?
Robert is of Germanic origin. Robert comes from the Germanic Hrodebert, 'bright fame'. It has been a royal name across Europe.
Is Robert a boy or a girl name?
Robert is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Robert?
In 2023, 3,823 US boys were given the name Robert.
Is Robert a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Robert ranked #89 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Robert?
Common nicknames for Robert include Rob, Bob, Bobby, Robbie.
How do you spell Robert?
Robert is spelled R-O-B-E-R-T — 6 letters.
How common is the name Robert?
In 2023, 3,823 US boys were given the name Robert. In the latest US data, Robert ranked #89 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
Is Robert a German name?
Yes — Robert is a German name meaning "bright fame". Robert comes from the Germanic Hrodebert, 'bright fame'. It has been a royal name across Europe. You may also see it described as Germanic, which refer to the same root.
What does Robert mean in German?
In German, Robert means "bright fame". Robert comes from the Germanic Hrodebert, 'bright fame'. It has been a royal name across Europe.
Is Robert a Germanic name?
Robert is usually classified as German, and Germanic belongs to that same tradition — so yes, it is commonly described as Germanic too. It means "bright fame".