Robert Boy
Origin(s)
Germanic; Old High German
Meaning
Fame-bright; bright fame
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Robert has been popular in various cultures since the Middle Ages. It was introduced to England by the Normans and became widely used among royalty and nobility. The name has numerous variations and has been borne by many notable figures throughout history. Its enduring popularity can be attributed to its strong, classic sound and positive connotations.
Trend Summary
Robert has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century but remains a classic choice.
Similar Names
Ronald, Roger, Roderick, Robin, Ralph, Ruben, Rocco
Variants
- Rob
- Bob
- Bobby
- Robbie
International Variants
- Roberto (Italian/Spanish)
- Róbert (Hungarian)
- Ruprecht (German)
- Ruppert (Dutch)
Famous people named Robert
Robert Frost was an American poet known for his depictions of rural New England life.
Robert Downey Jr. is an American actor famous for his role as Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Robert Louis Stevenson was a Scottish author best known for his novels 'Treasure Island' and 'Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde'.
Robert Pattinson is an English actor recognized for his role in the 'Twilight' film series.
Fictional characters named Robert
Robert Langdon is a character in Dan Brown's novels, known for his expertise in symbology.
Robert the Bruce is a historical figure depicted in the film 'Braveheart', representing the Scottish king.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Robert was first seen in the United States in 1880. Robert has ranked as high as #3 nationally which occurred in 1947 and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Robert has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Robert (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 394 | |
TX | 335 | |
NY | 248 | |
FL | 245 | |
PA | 170 | |
OH | 159 | |
NC | 152 | |
GA | 137 | |
TN | 121 | |
MI | 117 | |
VA | 108 | |
IL | 107 | |
SC | 86 | |
AL | 85 | |
MA | 75 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 2,415 |
1881 | 2,140 |
1882 | 2,500 |
1883 | 2,334 |
1884 | 2,468 |
1885 | 2,322 |
1886 | 2,443 |
1887 | 2,125 |
1888 | 2,814 |
1889 | 2,513 |
1890 | 2,541 |
1891 | 2,240 |
1892 | 2,710 |
1893 | 2,563 |
1894 | 2,497 |
1895 | 2,635 |
1896 | 2,719 |
1897 | 2,701 |
1898 | 2,932 |
1899 | 2,609 |
1900 | 3,821 |
1901 | 2,543 |
1902 | 3,180 |
1903 | 3,044 |
1904 | 3,414 |
1905 | 3,410 |
1906 | 3,635 |
1907 | 4,020 |
1908 | 4,219 |
1909 | 4,563 |
1910 | 5,609 |
1911 | 6,526 |
1912 | 12,836 |
1913 | 15,684 |
1914 | 21,188 |
1915 | 28,737 |
1916 | 31,741 |
1917 | 35,220 |
1918 | 40,619 |
1919 | 41,025 |
1920 | 48,679 |
1921 | 52,779 |
1922 | 53,796 |
1923 | 56,113 |
1924 | 60,799 |
1925 | 60,896 |
1926 | 61,130 |
1927 | 61,674 |
1928 | 60,701 |
1929 | 59,808 |
1930 | 62,152 |
1931 | 60,520 |
1932 | 59,268 |
1933 | 54,219 |
1934 | 55,843 |
1935 | 56,525 |
1936 | 58,501 |
1937 | 61,842 |
1938 | 62,270 |
1939 | 59,659 |
1940 | 61,194 |
1941 | 64,247 |
1942 | 71,841 |
1943 | 74,890 |
1944 | 70,855 |
1945 | 69,945 |
1946 | 84,138 |
1947 | 91,654 |
1948 | 85,475 |
1949 | 83,876 |
1950 | 83,551 |
1951 | 86,355 |
1952 | 86,588 |
1953 | 86,245 |
1954 | 86,333 |
1955 | 83,755 |
1956 | 83,912 |
1957 | 81,776 |
1958 | 77,334 |
1959 | 74,542 |
1960 | 72,344 |
1961 | 72,963 |
1962 | 70,201 |
1963 | 69,997 |
1964 | 69,983 |
1965 | 63,112 |
1966 | 59,309 |
1967 | 56,371 |
1968 | 58,186 |
1969 | 58,303 |
1970 | 57,179 |
1971 | 50,635 |
1972 | 43,015 |
1973 | 38,698 |
1974 | 37,009 |
1975 | 35,308 |
1976 | 33,791 |
1977 | 34,217 |
1978 | 33,379 |
1979 | 34,018 |
1980 | 34,269 |
1981 | 34,397 |
1982 | 34,414 |
1983 | 32,744 |
1984 | 31,772 |
1985 | 32,095 |
1986 | 31,351 |
1987 | 30,240 |
1988 | 30,317 |
1989 | 30,073 |
1990 | 28,885 |
1991 | 26,836 |
1992 | 24,095 |
1993 | 22,447 |
1994 | 20,559 |
1995 | 18,586 |
1996 | 17,676 |
1997 | 16,303 |
1998 | 15,527 |
1999 | 14,540 |
2000 | 13,739 |
2001 | 12,665 |
2002 | 12,031 |
2003 | 11,399 |
2004 | 10,681 |
2005 | 10,166 |
2006 | 9,911 |
2007 | 9,388 |
2008 | 8,840 |
2009 | 7,838 |
2010 | 7,564 |
2011 | 6,984 |
2012 | 6,963 |
2013 | 6,721 |
2014 | 6,660 |
2015 | 6,132 |
2016 | 6,005 |
2017 | 5,566 |
2018 | 5,191 |
2019 | 4,851 |
2020 | 4,401 |
2021 | 4,430 |
2022 | 4,078 |
2023 | 3,823 |
2024 | 3,785 |