Robb
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
3,190 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1970 Peak Popularity Year
246 Peak Births

Robb Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Robb is a name with Old German origins, derived from 'Hrodebert', meaning famous brightness. It evolved through historical forms like Robert and Rob, and is characterized by traits of strength and friendliness. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages and continues to be a classic choice today.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Robb"

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Pronunciation

/rɒb/

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Origin

Old German

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Etymology

The name Robb is derived from the Old High German name 'Hrodebert', which is composed of the elements 'hrod', meaning 'fame', and 'berht', meaning 'bright'.

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Meaning

famous brightness

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Language Evolution

Hrodebert, Robert, Rob, Robb

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in England and France, due to the influence of the Normans and the popularity of Saint Robert.

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Variants & Derivatives

Robert, Rob, Bobby, Robbie

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, the name Robb is seen as a strong and classic name, often associated with friendly and approachable personalities.

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Famous People

Robb Stark (fictional character from 'Game of Thrones'), Robb Flynn (frontman of the band Machine Head), Robb Wells (Canadian actor and comedian)

📊 Robb Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Robb Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 246 peak births in 1970

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 22 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Robb" - Complete Guide (1 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Robb". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 1 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Robb"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Robb"

"Robb" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 6687th of 7545 10
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 4033rd of 6773 55
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1123rd of 7552 846
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 770th of 10718 1,809
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 2452nd of 16616 413
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 12980th of 24088 47
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 20190th of 23106 10

Regional Popularity of "Robb" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
35.83%
798th/2227
48.27%
1173rd/2430
- 29.77%
826th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
17.26%
507th/2937
24.29%
846th/3483
40.05%
1409th/3518
19.68%
796th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
42.82%
1578th/3685
- - 55.42%
3501st/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Robb" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Robb"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Robb" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Robb" in the United States

The name Robb is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Robb has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Robb' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4033rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1123rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 770th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2452nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12980th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Robb' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Robb name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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