Roberts Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROH-burts / ˈrɒb.ətsEnglish; Welsh
Meaning
Son of Robert
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Roberts is a patronymic surname derived from the given name Robert, which has Germanic roots meaning 'bright fame'. It has been widely used in English-speaking countries and is common in Wales due to its Welsh heritage. The name has been borne by various notable figures throughout history, contributing to its popularity.
Trend Summary
Roberts has been a consistently popular name in the United States, often ranking among the top surnames used as first names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rob
- Robbie
International Variants
- Roberto (Italian)
- Róbert (Hungarian)
- Ruprecht (German)
Famous people named Roberts
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Fictional characters named Roberts
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Roberts was first seen in the United States in 1913. Roberts has ranked as high as #882 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Roberts has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Roberts (1965)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |