Roberto Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationroh-BER-toh / roʊˈbɛrtoʊItalian; Spanish
Meaning
Italian: bright fame; Spanish: renowned
Historical & Cultural Background
Roberto is a name with roots in both Italian and Spanish cultures. It has been popularized through various historical figures and saints. The name has seen widespread use in literature and the arts, contributing to its enduring appeal. Variants of the name can be found across many languages, reflecting its international popularity.
Trend Summary
Roberto has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Roberto
- Berto
- Robbie
International Variants
- Robert (English)
- Roberto (Spanish)
- Roberto (Portuguese)
- Roberto (Italian)
- Ruprecht (German)
Famous people named Roberto
Roberto Benigni is an Italian actor and director known for his film 'Life is Beautiful', which won multiple Academy Awards.
Roberto Clemente was a Puerto Rican professional baseball player and humanitarian, inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Roberto Baggio is a retired Italian footballer, celebrated for his skill and contributions to the Italian national team.
Roberto Carlos is a Brazilian former footballer, renowned for his powerful free kicks and successful career at Real Madrid.
Fictional characters named Roberto
Roberto is a character in the animated series 'Futurama', known for being a robot with a penchant for crime.
Roberto is a character in the video game series 'Grand Theft Auto', often involved in various criminal activities.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Roberto was first seen in the United States in 1897. Roberto has ranked as high as #291 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Roberto has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Roberto (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 165 | |
CA | 114 | |
AZ | 37 | |
FL | 20 | |
IL | 19 | |
NC | 16 | |
GA | 16 | |
WA | 12 | |
NY | 11 | |
PA | 8 | |
OH | 7 | |
OR | 7 | |
TN | 7 | |
UT | 6 | |
NE | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1897 | 6 |
1901 | 5 |
1903 | 8 |
1904 | 8 |
1906 | 7 |
1907 | 11 |
1908 | 16 |
1909 | 11 |
1910 | 19 |
1911 | 15 |
1912 | 41 |
1913 | 31 |
1914 | 43 |
1915 | 59 |
1916 | 63 |
1917 | 79 |
1918 | 95 |
1919 | 89 |
1920 | 148 |
1921 | 157 |
1922 | 172 |
1923 | 233 |
1924 | 241 |
1925 | 249 |
1926 | 250 |
1927 | 305 |
1928 | 312 |
1929 | 354 |
1930 | 397 |
1931 | 313 |
1932 | 267 |
1933 | 244 |
1934 | 281 |
1935 | 265 |
1936 | 263 |
1937 | 292 |
1938 | 290 |
1939 | 285 |
1940 | 309 |
1941 | 344 |
1942 | 352 |
1943 | 390 |
1944 | 414 |
1945 | 438 |
1946 | 497 |
1947 | 524 |
1948 | 601 |
1949 | 584 |
1950 | 597 |
1951 | 654 |
1952 | 691 |
1953 | 710 |
1954 | 760 |
1955 | 745 |
1956 | 749 |
1957 | 817 |
1958 | 931 |
1959 | 896 |
1960 | 947 |
1961 | 948 |
1962 | 1,018 |
1963 | 1,047 |
1964 | 1,057 |
1965 | 1,062 |
1966 | 1,104 |
1967 | 1,144 |
1968 | 1,212 |
1969 | 1,329 |
1970 | 1,363 |
1971 | 1,392 |
1972 | 1,405 |
1973 | 1,439 |
1974 | 1,513 |
1975 | 1,557 |
1976 | 1,587 |
1977 | 1,630 |
1978 | 1,611 |
1979 | 1,660 |
1980 | 1,881 |
1981 | 1,927 |
1982 | 1,846 |
1983 | 1,774 |
1984 | 1,673 |
1985 | 1,705 |
1986 | 1,709 |
1987 | 1,627 |
1988 | 1,661 |
1989 | 2,017 |
1990 | 2,096 |
1991 | 2,118 |
1992 | 2,012 |
1993 | 2,081 |
1994 | 1,969 |
1995 | 2,004 |
1996 | 1,919 |
1997 | 1,944 |
1998 | 1,960 |
1999 | 1,960 |
2000 | 1,956 |
2001 | 1,955 |
2002 | 1,995 |
2003 | 1,873 |
2004 | 1,875 |
2005 | 1,877 |
2006 | 1,729 |
2007 | 1,748 |
2008 | 1,580 |
2009 | 1,417 |
2010 | 1,272 |
2011 | 1,131 |
2012 | 1,074 |
2013 | 954 |
2014 | 965 |
2015 | 926 |
2016 | 893 |
2017 | 779 |
2018 | 681 |
2019 | 634 |
2020 | 677 |
2021 | 581 |
2022 | 612 |
2023 | 560 |
2024 | 538 |