Robert
Robert is a Germanic name meaning 'bright fame' or 'shining glory,' derived from the elements 'hrod' (fame) and 'beraht' (bright). It has been a royal and noble name throughout European history, particularly popular in England, France, and Scotland.
Current Popularity
#90 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •One of the most enduring classic names with centuries of continuous use
- •Offers versatile nickname options for different life stages
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Strong professional presence while remaining approachable
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Robert Downey Jr.
Actor
Robert F. Kennedy
U.S. Senator and Attorney General
Robert Frost
Poet
Robert De Niro
Actor
Statistics
4,845,891
Total births since 1880
1947
Peak year
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