Name meaning & stats
Robert
Robert means “shining glory” (Germanic origin). 3,369,894 US babies since 1940, peak 1947. Notable Roberts are 1.9× over-represented as professors.
What it means
“shining glory”
GermanicWell documented
In US birth records
Peak year: 1947
3,369,894 US babies were named Robert between 1940 and 2025.
Where Roberts end up
| Career | vs expected | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Politician | 1.2× | High · 566 people |
| Professor | 1.9× | High · 554 people |
| Writer | 1.4× | High · 385 people |
| Actor | 0.9× | High · 318 people |
Among notable men who are professors, Roberts show up 1.9× as often as you'd expect from how common the name is.
Notable people born 1940–2005 in the US, UK, Canada and Australia (Wikidata). Patterns, not destiny.
One more thing…
Robert has a surprise career: 2.4×
Spelling family
Robert is the main spelling
- Robert 100%
- Robbert <1%
- Roberth <1%
Names that sound the same, grouped by Heyotag. Share of US babies since 1940.
Name twins (peaked around 1947)