Bob

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Bob is a shortened form of the name Robert, which means "bright fame" or "famous brilliance."
Pronunciation
BAHB(American English)
BAWB(British English)
BAWP(Dutch)
Bob is pronounced with a short "o" sound like "bob" or "lob."
Popularity
Bob is a popular name in English-speaking countries. According to the Social Security Administration, Bob was most popular in the United States in the 1930s to 1960s, but has since decreased in popularity. In 2020, it ranked as the 2,907th most popular male name in the US.

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Bob Name meanings & History

Bob is a shortened form of the name Robert, which means "bright fame" or "famous brilliance.". Short form of Robert. It arose later than Dob, Hob and Nob, which were medieval rhyming nicknames of Robert. It was borne by the character Bob Cratchit in Charles Dickens' novel A Christmas Carol (1843). Other famous bearers include American folk musician Bob Dylan (1941-) and Jamaican reggae musician Bob Marley (1945-1981). Bob is a classic and timeless name that can be used for any baby boy. It is a short, strong name that is easy to pronounce and spell.

Zodiac Sign of Bob: Beauty Taurus,Brains Libra

Synonyms of Bob:

B: Bountiful,Bashful,Beauty,Brains

O: Organized,Obstinate,Obsessive,Obsolete,Ostentatious

Bob is:

  • a Boring name
  • a Classic name
  • a Comedic name
  • a Common name
  • a Informal name
  • a Rough name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strong name

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Bob include Bob Dylan, musician; Bob Marley, musician; Bob Hope, actor and comedian; and Bob Ross, painter and television host.

2.) Bob (Male)

Usage: German

Meanings: Bright fame


3.) Bob (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: (English) a short form of Robert.

Other Forms: Bobb, Rob


4.) BOB (Male)

Usage: American

Meanings: A short form of Robert (bright with fame), Bob is also occasionally bestowed as an independent given name. Pet: Bobbie, Bobby. (BOB)


5.) Bob (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: (English) short for Robert; bright; outstanding

Other Forms: Bobbi, Bobbie, Bobby


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