NAME PROFILE
Robert
Robert is a classic name of Germanic origin meaning 'bright fame.' It conveys a sense of strength and reliability, often associated with leadership and nobility. Those named Robert are often seen as dependable and charismatic individuals who inspire confidence in others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 4,869,849 |
| Gender | Male (97% / 3%) |
| Peak year | 1947 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 20%TX — 20%OH — 20%PA — 20%IL — 20%
Notable People
Robert Downey Jr. (Actor, *Iron Man*) · Robert Pattinson (Actor, *Twilight* series) · Robert Frost (Poet, *The Road Not Taken*) · Robert De Niro (Actor, *Taxi Driver*) · Robert Langdon (Fictional character, *The Da Vinci Code*)
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