Robert
Robert is a Christian boy name of Germanic, via Norman French origin, meaning “Bright fame”.
| Meaning | Bright fame |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic, via Norman French |
| Pronunciation | ROB-ert |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Robert
Robert comes from the Old Germanic Hrodebert, made of hrod (fame) and berht (bright). It was brought to England by the Normans in 1066 and soon became one of the most common English names. Famous bearers include Robert the Bruce, king of Scots, the poet Robert Burns and Robert F. Kennedy. Its many short forms include Rob, Bob, Bobby, Bert and Robin.
Is Robert a Christian name?
Robert is a traditional name in Christian Europe, borne by several saints such as St Robert Bellarmine, though it is not a biblical name.
How popular is Robert?
A classic name across the English-speaking world and Europe; less common for babies than a few decades ago but still widely used.
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Spellings and variants of Robert
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Robert mean?
Robert means 'Bright fame'. It is of Germanic, via Norman French origin.
Is Robert a Christian name?
Robert is a traditional name in Christian Europe, borne by several saints such as St Robert Bellarmine, though it is not a biblical name.
How do you pronounce Robert?
Robert is pronounced ROB-ert.
Is Robert a boy or girl name?
Robert is usually a boy name.