Robel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROH-bel / ˈroʊ.bɛlAmharic; Hebrew
Meaning
Amharic: 'to be a leader'; Hebrew: 'he who is a servant'
Historical & Cultural Background
Robel is a name of Ethiopian origin, commonly used in Amharic-speaking communities. In Hebrew, it has biblical connotations, often associated with servitude and leadership. The name reflects cultural values of guidance and support. It is relatively uncommon outside of these cultural contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Robel has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Robelito
International Variants
- Róbel (Spanish)
Famous people named Robel
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Fictional characters named Robel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Robel was first seen in the United States in 1984. Robel has ranked as high as #1343 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Georgia, Texas, Washington, and Nevada. In the past 5 years the name Robel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Robel (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NV | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 35 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 16 |