Bob Savage

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bob Savage — English
83K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bob Savage 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 Savage: Abdou Kareem Savage (c. 1946–2015), Gambian judge, Chief Justice of the Gambia (2006–2009) Adam Savage (born 1967), American television co-host of MythBusters Agnes Yewande Savage (1906–1964), the first woman in West Africa to train and qualify in orthodox medicine and also the first West African woman to receive a university degree Alan Savage (football chairman), chairman of Scottish Premier League team, Inverness Caledonian Thistle Alfred Savage (1903–1980), colonial Governor of British Guiana Alfred H. 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: Savage

Scottish

Abdou Kareem Savage (c. 1946–2015), Gambian judge, Chief Justice of the Gambia (2006–2009) Adam Savage (born 1967), American television co-host of MythBusters Agnes Yewande Savage (1906–1964), the first woman in West Africa to train and qualify in orthodox medicine and also the first West African woman to receive a university degree Alan Savage (football chairman), chairman of Scottish Premier League team, Inverness Caledonian Thistle Alfred Savage (1903–1980), colonial Governor of British Guiana Alfred H.

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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 Savage

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 Savage:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Personality Number

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

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 Savage?
The surname Savage originates from Scottish. Abdou Kareem Savage (c. 1946–2015), Gambian judge, Chief Justice of the Gambia (2006–2009) Adam Savage (born 1967), American television co-host of MythBusters Agnes Yewande Savage (1906–1964), the first woman in West Africa to train and qualify in orthodox medicine and also the first West African woman to receive a university degree Alan Savage (football chairman), chairman of Scottish Premier League team, Inverness Caledonian Thistle Alfred Savage (1903–1980), colonial Governor of British Guiana Alfred H.
What are the origins of the name Bob Savage?
The name Bob Savage combines two different traditions: the first name Bob has English roots, while the surname Savage originates from Scottish.
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