Robb Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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.
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.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Robb"
Pronunciation
/rɒb/
Origin
Old German
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'.
Meaning
famous brightness
Language Evolution
Hrodebert, Robert, Rob, Robb
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.
Variants & Derivatives
Robert, Rob, Bobby, Robbie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Robb is seen as a strong and classic name, often associated with friendly and approachable personalities.
Famous People
Robb Stark (fictional character from 'Game of Thrones'), Robb Flynn (frontman of the band Machine Head), Robb Wells (Canadian actor and comedian)
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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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Robb" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
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.