Robet Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Robet is a Germanic name meaning 'fame' and 'bright', evolving from Hrodebert in Old High German to Robert in Old French. It reflects traits of brightness and fame. The name has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in medieval Europe. Common variants include Robert and Rob. Today, Robet is seen as classic and traditional.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Robet"
Pronunciation
/ˈroʊbɛt/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Robet is derived from the Old High German name 'Hrodebert', which is composed of the elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright'.
Meaning
fame, bright
Language Evolution
Hrodebert (Old High German), Robert (Old French), Robet (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in medieval Europe, especially after the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, when it became widely adopted due to the influence of the Normans.
Variants & Derivatives
Robert, Rob, Bob, Bobby
Modern Popularity & Image
Robet is less commonly used today compared to its variant Robert, but it carries a classic and traditional image with a sense of heritage.
Famous People
Robet Pattinson (actor), Robet Downey Jr. (actor)
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Robet Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 26 peak births in 1969
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Robet"
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 "Robet"
"Robet" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3484th of 7545 | 88 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2400th of 6773 | 182 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2215th of 7552 | 255 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2291st of 10718 | 277 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5023rd of 16616 | 143 |
Regional Popularity of "Robet" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
60.91% 1480th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Robet" 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 "Robet"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Robet" 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 "Robet" in the United States
The name Robet is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the Northeast 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, Robet has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Robet' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3484th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2400th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2215th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2291st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5023rd out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Robet' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.