Hobbs

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Hobbs is a surname that is believed to have originated as a variant of the medieval name Rob or Robb, which was a diminutive of the name Robert. The name Robert means "bright fame".
Popularity
Hobbs is not a very common name and therefore does not appear on many popularity lists. It is mainly used in English-speaking countries.

cartoon of the name Hobbs
Cartoon of Hobbs

Hobbs Name meanings & History

Hobbs is of English origin. Hobbs is a surname that is believed to have originated as a variant of the medieval name Rob or Robb, which was a diminutive of the name Robert. The name Robert means "bright fame". Transferred use of the surname Hobbs. Hobbs is a great name for parents who want a unique and charming name for their baby. It can be used for both boys and girls and is great for parents who want a gender-neutral name.

Zodiac Sign of Hobbs: Heart's Desire Capricorn,Hope Aquarius

Synonyms of Hobbs:

H: Hobnobbing,Haggle,Hyper,Hope,Heart's Desire

O: Obsessive,Ostentatious,Obstinate,Organized,Obsolete

B: Bountiful,Brains,Beauty,Bashful

S: Sex,Sensuality,Status,Social Standing,Success,Solidity,Security

Hobbs is:

  • a Modern name
  • a Wholesome name
  • a Youthful name

Famous People

The name Hobbs is associated with several famous people, including John Hobbs, a British mathematician and scientist; Robert Hobbs, an American art historian and curator; and Todd Hobbs, an American musician and singer.

Related Names to Hobbs

Similar names to Hobbs include Rob, Robb, Bobby, Robert, and Robin.