Bob Szymanski

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bob Szymanski — English
83K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bob Szymanski 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 Szymanski: Szymański (feminine: Szymańska, plural Szymańscy) is the 9th most common surname in Poland, belonging to 114,075 people (0.3% of Poland's population) as of 2015. Adam Szymański (1852–1916), Polish writer Antoni Szymański (1894–1973), Polish Army general Beata Szymańska (born 1938), Polish poet and writer Bolesław Szymański (born 1950), Polish-American computer scientist Damian Szymański (born 1995), Polish footballer David Szymanski (born 1989), American video game developer Dick Szymanski (1932–2021), American football player Frank Szymanski (1923–1987), American football player Grzegorz Szym. 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: Szymanski

Slavic

Szymański (feminine: Szymańska, plural Szymańscy) is the 9th most common surname in Poland, belonging to 114,075 people (0.3% of Poland's population) as of 2015. Adam Szymański (1852–1916), Polish writer Antoni Szymański (1894–1973), Polish Army general Beata Szymańska (born 1938), Polish poet and writer Bolesław Szymański (born 1950), Polish-American computer scientist Damian Szymański (born 1995), Polish footballer David Szymanski (born 1989), American video game developer Dick Szymanski (1932–2021), American football player Frank Szymanski (1923–1987), American football player Grzegorz Szym.

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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 Szymanski

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 Szymanski:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

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

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 Szymanski?
The surname Szymanski originates from Slavic. Szymański (feminine: Szymańska, plural Szymańscy) is the 9th most common surname in Poland, belonging to 114,075 people (0.3% of Poland's population) as of 2015. Adam Szymański (1852–1916), Polish writer Antoni Szymański (1894–1973), Polish Army general Beata Szymańska (born 1938), Polish poet and writer Bolesław Szymański (born 1950), Polish-American computer scientist Damian Szymański (born 1995), Polish footballer David Szymanski (born 1989), American video game developer Dick Szymanski (1932–2021), American football player Frank Szymanski (1923–1987), American football player Grzegorz Szym.
What are the origins of the name Bob Szymanski?
The name Bob Szymanski combines two different traditions: the first name Bob has English roots, while the surname Szymanski originates from Slavic.
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