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Robb

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How to Pronounce Robb

Pronounced ROB /ˈrΙ’b/Medium

Meaning: A short form of Robert, from Germanic elements 'fame' and 'bright' - 'bright fame; famous.' Familiar from Robb Stark in 'Game of Thrones.' A crisp classic short form.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp classic short form: Robb comes from Robert, 'bright fame' (said 'ROB'). Sturdy and friendly.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningA short form of Robert, from Germanic elements 'fame' and 'bright' - 'bright fame; famous.' Familiar from Robb Stark in 'Game of Thrones.' A crisp classic short form.
U.S. rank (2020)#13646 β†— Rising
2020 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1970
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 3,190

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 197019172020

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Robb shortens Robert ('bright fame,' from Germanic elements). It reads crisp, sturdy, and friendly - rare on its own in the U.S. (said 'ROB').

It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S. as a standalone. Rare, crisp, and sturdy.

Did you know? Robb is a short form of Robert, 'bright fame' - a crisp, sturdy classic, familiar from Robb Stark in 'Game of Thrones' (said 'ROB').
Overall data confidence 44%
References β€” Robb β€” short form of Robert; 'bright fame'

Variations

RobRobbieRobert

Nicknames

RobRobbie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Robb mean?

Robb is a short form of Robert, from Germanic elements meaning 'fame' and 'bright' - 'bright fame.'

How do you pronounce Robb?

It's said ROB /ˈrΙ’b/ β€” one syllable.

Is Robb a boy or girl name?

Robb is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Robb?

Robb is an extremely rare name in the U.S.

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