Roberta
girl name#2778 in 2025Roberta entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #64 in 1936, ranks #2778 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2778
rank today
#64
peak (1936)
61
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #268 |
| 1890s | #261 |
| 1900s | #203 |
| 1910s | #156 |
| 1920s | #140 |
| 1930s | #92 |
| 1940s | #79 |
| 1950s | #109 |
| 1960s | #177 |
| 1970s | #319 |
| 1980s | #619 |
| 1990s | #1401 |
| 2000s | #3019 |
| 2010s | #2995 |
| 2020s | #2966 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Roberta has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 96,500 people named Roberta are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Roberta alive today was born around 1945, making them about 80 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Roberta in 2025?
- Roberta ranks #2778 among US girl names in 2025, with 61 babies given the name.
- When was the name Roberta most popular?
- Roberta peaked in 1936, reaching #64 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Roberta with classmates?
- Roberta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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