Robert
girl name#14942 in 2025Robert entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #314 in 1929, ranks #14942 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#14942
rank today
#314
peak (1929)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #637 |
| 1890s | #758 |
| 1900s | #837 |
| 1910s | #611 |
| 1920s | #384 |
| 1930s | #403 |
| 1940s | #523 |
| 1950s | #625 |
| 1960s | #604 |
| 1970s | #625 |
| 1980s | #796 |
| 1990s | #2762 |
| 2000s | #8082 |
| 2010s | #11918 |
| 2020s | #13999 |
Living bearers
About 12,000 people named Robert are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Robert alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Robert in 2025?
- Robert ranks #14942 among US girl names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Robert most popular?
- Robert peaked in 1929, reaching #314 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Robert with classmates?
- Robert will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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