Rob Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRob / rɒbGermanic; English
Meaning
Fame-bright; bright fame
Historical & Cultural Background
Rob is often considered a diminutive of the name Robert, which has roots in the Germanic elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright'. The name Robert has been popular in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. Over time, Rob has emerged as a standalone name, commonly used in informal contexts. It has been associated with various notable figures and characters in popular culture.
Trend Summary
Rob has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the mid-20th century and declining since.
Similar Names
Variants
- Robert
- Robbie
International Variants
- Roberto (Italian/Spanish)
- Ruprecht (German)
- Róbert (Hungarian)
Famous people named Rob
Rob Lowe is an American actor known for his roles in television series such as 'The West Wing' and 'Parks and Recreation'.
Rob Schneider is an American comedian and actor recognized for his work on 'Saturday Night Live' and various comedy films.
Rob Gronkowski is a former American football player who played as a tight end in the NFL, primarily for the New England Patriots.
Fictional characters named Rob
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rob was first seen in the United States in 1884. Rob has ranked as high as #685 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Rob has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rob (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1912 | 14 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 20 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 22 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 15 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 19 |
| 1930 | 17 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 13 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 13 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 17 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 25 |
| 1945 | 31 |
| 1946 | 30 |
| 1947 | 35 |
| 1948 | 48 |
| 1949 | 39 |
| 1950 | 45 |
| 1951 | 41 |
| 1952 | 58 |
| 1953 | 83 |
| 1954 | 113 |
| 1955 | 129 |
| 1956 | 171 |
| 1957 | 252 |
| 1958 | 316 |
| 1959 | 342 |
| 1960 | 354 |
| 1961 | 442 |
| 1962 | 487 |
| 1963 | 555 |
| 1964 | 546 |
| 1965 | 437 |
| 1966 | 327 |
| 1967 | 275 |
| 1968 | 334 |
| 1969 | 403 |
| 1970 | 334 |
| 1971 | 275 |
| 1972 | 201 |
| 1973 | 127 |
| 1974 | 116 |
| 1975 | 104 |
| 1976 | 70 |
| 1977 | 80 |
| 1978 | 78 |
| 1979 | 56 |
| 1980 | 58 |
| 1981 | 38 |
| 1982 | 53 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1984 | 42 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 41 |
| 1987 | 42 |
| 1988 | 57 |
| 1989 | 44 |
| 1990 | 36 |
| 1991 | 35 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 6 |