Bob Paquin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bob Paquin — English
83K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bob Paquin 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 Paquin: Anna Paquin (born 1982), New Zealand actress Ethan Paquin (born 1975), American poet Laurent Paquin (born 1971), Canadian comedian and talk show host Jeanne Paquin (1869–1936), French fashion designer Leo Paquin (1910–1993), American football player Luke Paquin (born 1978), American rock guitarist Marie-Thérèse Paquin (1905–1997), Canadian concert pianist and professor Mélanie Paquin (born 1981), Canadian beauty pageant winner Patricia Paquin (born 1968), Canadian actress House of Paquin (1891-1956), French design and clothing establishment 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: Paquin

French

Anna Paquin (born 1982), New Zealand actress Ethan Paquin (born 1975), American poet Laurent Paquin (born 1971), Canadian comedian and talk show host Jeanne Paquin (1869–1936), French fashion designer Leo Paquin (1910–1993), American football player Luke Paquin (born 1978), American rock guitarist Marie-Thérèse Paquin (1905–1997), Canadian concert pianist and professor Mélanie Paquin (born 1981), Canadian beauty pageant winner Patricia Paquin (born 1968), Canadian actress House of Paquin (1891-1956), French design and clothing establishment

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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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Notable People Named Bob Paquin

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

1
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Paquin?
The surname Paquin originates from French. Anna Paquin (born 1982), New Zealand actress Ethan Paquin (born 1975), American poet Laurent Paquin (born 1971), Canadian comedian and talk show host Jeanne Paquin (1869–1936), French fashion designer Leo Paquin (1910–1993), American football player Luke Paquin (born 1978), American rock guitarist Marie-Thérèse Paquin (1905–1997), Canadian concert pianist and professor Mélanie Paquin (born 1981), Canadian beauty pageant winner Patricia Paquin (born 1968), Canadian actress House of Paquin (1891-1956), French design and clothing establishment
What are the origins of the name Bob Paquin?
The name Bob Paquin combines two different traditions: the first name Bob has English roots, while the surname Paquin originates from French.
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