Bob Deboer

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bob Deboer — English
83K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bob Deboer is a name that combines English origins. The first name Bob is a masculine given name of English origin. Bob is a male given name or a hypocorism, usually of Robert; and sometimes a diminutive of Bobby. The name most likely originated from Rob. Rhyming names were popular in the Middle Ages, so Rick became Hick or Dick, Will became Gill or Bill, and Rob became Hob, Dob, Nob, or Bob. The name Bob has shrunken in popularity in the past 60 years. In 1960, nearly 3,000 babies in the United States were given the name Bob, compared to fewer than 50 in 2000. The surname Deboer: Ad de Boer (born 1946), Dutch politician and journalist Alan DeBoer (born 1950/51), American businessman and Oregon politician Ale de Boer (born 1987), Dutch footballer Alice de Boer (1872–1955), medical doctor in Sri Lanka Arthur DeBoer (1917–2007), American cardiologist Betty de Boer (born 1971), Dutch politician Brent DeBoer, American singer-songwriter of The Dandy Warhols Cherie de Boer (born 1951), Dutch accordionist Christine de Boer (born 1983), Dutch comedy musician and cabaret performer Erik-Jan de Boer (born 1967), Dutch animation director Frank de Boer (born 1970), Dutch football de. Bob is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 83K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Bob reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Bob

English

Bob is a male given name or a hypocorism, usually of Robert; and sometimes a diminutive of Bobby. The name most likely originated from Rob. Rhyming names were popular in the Middle Ages, so Rick became Hick or Dick, Will became Gill or Bill, and Rob became Hob, Dob, Nob, or Bob. The name Bob has shrunken in popularity in the past 60 years. In 1960, nearly 3,000 babies in the United States were given the name Bob, compared to fewer than 50 in 2000.

Surname: Deboer

English

Ad de Boer (born 1946), Dutch politician and journalist Alan DeBoer (born 1950/51), American businessman and Oregon politician Ale de Boer (born 1987), Dutch footballer Alice de Boer (1872–1955), medical doctor in Sri Lanka Arthur DeBoer (1917–2007), American cardiologist Betty de Boer (born 1971), Dutch politician Brent DeBoer, American singer-songwriter of The Dandy Warhols Cherie de Boer (born 1951), Dutch accordionist Christine de Boer (born 1983), Dutch comedy musician and cabaret performer Erik-Jan de Boer (born 1967), Dutch animation director Frank de Boer (born 1970), Dutch football de.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Bob is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Bob by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Bob Deboer:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Bob?
The first name Bob originates from English. Bob is a male given name or a hypocorism, usually of Robert; and sometimes a diminutive of Bobby. The name most likely originated from Rob. Rhyming names were popular in the Middle Ages, so Rick became Hick or Dick, Will became Gill or Bill, and Rob became Hob, Dob, Nob, or Bob. The name Bob has shrunken in popularity in the past 60 years. In 1960, nearly 3,000 babies in the United States were given the name Bob, compared to fewer than 50 in 2000.
When was Bob most popular?
The name Bob reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Deboer?
The surname Deboer originates from English. Ad de Boer (born 1946), Dutch politician and journalist Alan DeBoer (born 1950/51), American businessman and Oregon politician Ale de Boer (born 1987), Dutch footballer Alice de Boer (1872–1955), medical doctor in Sri Lanka Arthur DeBoer (1917–2007), American cardiologist Betty de Boer (born 1971), Dutch politician Brent DeBoer, American singer-songwriter of The Dandy Warhols Cherie de Boer (born 1951), Dutch accordionist Christine de Boer (born 1983), Dutch comedy musician and cabaret performer Erik-Jan de Boer (born 1967), Dutch animation director Frank de Boer (born 1970), Dutch football de.
How common is the surname Deboer?
The surname Deboer is shared by approximately 8K people worldwide.
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