Meaning, origin, history
Robert is a name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old German words "hrod" meaning fame and "bern" meaning bear. The name was brought to England by the Normans after the Norman Conquest in 1066.
The name Roberts has been popular throughout history, with notable figures such as Robert I (Robert the Bruce), King of Scotland from 1306 to his death in 1329, and Robert Hooke, an English scientist, physicist, inventor, and architect who was also a member of the Royal Society. Other famous bearers of the name include Robert Burns, the Scottish poet, and Robert Lewis Stevenson, the author of Treasure Island.
The name Roberts has been used consistently throughout history and continues to be popular today in many English-speaking countries such as England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, Australia, Canada, and the United States. Its meaning, "famous bear," is a fitting tribute to those who have made their mark on history and continue to inspire future generations.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Roberts since 1880
Total births
422
Total since 1880
Peak year
1922
14 births
in 1999
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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