Robert
Meaning of Robert
Robert is a classic male name of Old German origin, meaning "bright fame". First popularized by the Normans, Robert has been a favorite for centuries and has adorned many influential figures in history. This sturdy and timeless name has an air of sophistication and strength to it. The English pronunciation for Robert is RAH-bert. Variations of the name include Rob, Robbie, Bert, and Bobby, each offering its own unique charm. Data shows that Robert has maintained consistent popularity among newborns in the United States over the years; it reached peak popularity from 1924 to 1934 when it held the top spot on the baby name charts. Even today, it remains a beloved choice for parents considering boy names.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as RAH-bert (/'rɑbərt/)
British English
- Pronunced as RAH-bert (/'rɒbərt/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
States Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Robert
| Robert De Niro is an influential American actor known for his collaborations with Martin Scorsese and has received numerous awards, including two Academy Awards and a Presidential Medal of Freedom. |
| Sir Robert Gordon Menzies was the longest-serving prime minister of Australia, known for his leadership from 1939 to 1941 and 1949 to 1966. |
| Robert Downey Jr. - Robert John Downey Jr. is an American actor known for his critical and commercial success, overcoming personal challenges to become one of the highest-grossing and most influential actors in Hollywood. |
| Sir Robert Laird Borden was the eighth prime minister of Canada and is best known for his leadership during World War I. |
| Charles Robert Redford Jr. is an acclaimed American actor and filmmaker, known for his numerous awards and honors, including an Academy Award and two Golden Globe Awards. |
| Robert III of Scotland - Robert III, also known as John Stewart, was the King of Scots from 1390 until his death in 1406, and he held various noble titles before ascending the throne. |
| Robert Lee Frost, an American poet known for his realistic depictions of rural life and command of American colloquial speech, frequently wrote about New England settings in the early 20th century to explore complex social and philosophical themes. |
| Robert Selden Duvall is a highly acclaimed American actor and filmmaker, known for his legendary career spanning eight decades and numerous prestigious awards. |
| Robert Anthony Rodriguez is a renowned American filmmaker, composer, and visual effects supervisor known for directing the successful action film El Mariachi and its sequels. |
| Robert Guiscard - Robert "Guiscard" de Hauteville, also known as Robert "the Guiscard", was a Norman adventurer who is famous for conquering southern Italy and Sicily in the 11th century. |
| Friedrich Robert Donat was an English actor known for his roles in Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps and Goodbye, Mr. Chips, for which he won an Academy Award for Best Actor. |
| Robert Evans was a renowned American film producer, studio executive, and actor, celebrated for his contributions to iconic films such as Rosemary's Baby, Love Story, The Godfather, and Chinatown. |
| Robert Hotung - Sir Robert Ho Tung Bosman, also known as Sir Robert Ho Tung, was a prominent businessman and philanthropist in British Hong Kong, earning the nickname "the grand old man of Hong Kong" and receiving knighthood in 1915 and 1955 (KBE). |
| Robert R. Livingston - Robert Livingston was an influential American lawyer, politician, and diplomat, known as "The Chancellor" and a Founding Father of the United States. |
