Find out how popular the first name Rober has been for the last 22 years (from 1974 to 1995) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Rober by gender

Based on the last 22 years of data, Rober is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1995, there were 7 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Rober.

The history of the first name Rober

The name Rober has its origins in the Old German language, dating back to the early medieval period. It is a variant of the name Robert, which is derived from the Germanic words "hruod" meaning "fame" and "berht" meaning "bright." The name essentially translates to "bright fame."

In the 6th century, the name Robert was first recorded in the Frankish Empire, which covered modern-day France, Germany, and parts of Italy. One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Robert the Strong, a Frankish nobleman who lived in the late 9th century and served as the Margrave of Anjou and the progenitor of the Capetian dynasty of French kings.

The name Rober, as a variant spelling, gained popularity in various regions of Europe during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods. In the 13th century, Rober de Gloucester, an English chronicler and poet, wrote the "Metrical Chronicle of Robert of Gloucester," a historical work documenting the reigns of English kings from the Norman Conquest to the 13th century.

During the Renaissance, Rober featured prominently in Italian art and literature. Rober Strozzi (1497-1538) was an Italian Renaissance painter known for his portraits and religious works. Rober Bellarmine (1542-1621), an Italian Jesuit scholar and cardinal, was a significant figure in the Counter-Reformation and is honored as a saint in the Catholic Church.

In the 17th century, Rober Boyle (1627-1691) was an Irish natural philosopher, chemist, and inventor, best known for his pioneering work on the properties of gases and his contributions to the scientific revolution. Rober Herrick (1591-1674) was an English lyric poet and cleric, renowned for his vivid and sensual poetry celebrating love, beauty, and the pleasures of life.

Moving into the 19th century, Rober Browning (1812-1889) was an English poet and playwright, widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Victorian literature. His works, including "The Ring and the Book" and "Dramatic Lyrics," explored themes of love, faith, and human psychology with remarkable depth and complexity.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Rober throughout history, reflecting its enduring popularity and cultural significance across various regions and time periods.

Data source

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