Robertson Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROB-er-tsun / ˈrɒb.ər.tənScottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: son of Robert; English: son of Robert
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Robertson is of Scottish origin, derived from the given name Robert, which means 'bright fame'. It is a patronymic surname, indicating lineage from an ancestor named Robert. The name has been borne by various notable figures throughout history, contributing to its recognition in both Scottish and English cultures.
Trend Summary
The name Robertson has seen a steady presence in the United States, though it is less common than its root name, Robert.
Similar Names
Variants
- Roberts
- Robbie
International Variants
- Roberto (Italian)
- Roberto (Spanish)
- Róbertsson (Icelandic)
Famous people named Robertson
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Fictional characters named Robertson
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Robertson was first seen in the United States in 1916. Robertson has ranked as high as #1112 nationally, which occurred in 1964, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Robertson has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Robertson
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 16 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 5 |