Robert is a boy name of Germanic origin meaning “Bright fame; Germanic origin meaning "renowned" and "illustrious"”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 17% of baby names. With 2 syllables, it's short and easy to say.
ROB-ert
Phonetic spelling
This name ranks in the top 17% of popular names.
* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends
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