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
Meaning & origin
Robert comes from the Germanic Hrodebert, 'bright fame'. It has been a royal name across Europe.
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.
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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.