Robert Bennington

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Robert Bennington — bright fame
4.7 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Robert Bennington is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Robert is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. From the Old High German Hrodebert, composed of hrod (fame) and beraht (bright). Became very common in England after the Norman Conquest. The surname Bennington: Bennington is a surname. People with the surname include: Billy Bennington (1900–1986), English musician Chester Bennington (1976–2017), lead singer of rock bands Linkin Park and Dead by Sunrise Christina Bennington (born 1992), Northern Irish actress and singer Elisabeth Bennington (born 1976), American politician Geoffrey Bennington (born 1956), Professor of French and Professor of Comparative Literature at Emory University Jimmy Bennington (born 1970), American musician Ron Bennington (born 1958), co-host of the Ron and Fez radio show Seddon Bennington (1947–2009), New Zealand museum execut. Robert is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 4.7 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Robert reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Robert

Meaning: bright fame

Germanic

From the Old High German Hrodebert, composed of hrod (fame) and beraht (bright). Became very common in England after the Norman Conquest.

Surname: Bennington

French

Bennington is a surname. People with the surname include: Billy Bennington (1900–1986), English musician Chester Bennington (1976–2017), lead singer of rock bands Linkin Park and Dead by Sunrise Christina Bennington (born 1992), Northern Irish actress and singer Elisabeth Bennington (born 1976), American politician Geoffrey Bennington (born 1956), Professor of French and Professor of Comparative Literature at Emory University Jimmy Bennington (born 1970), American musician Ron Bennington (born 1958), co-host of the Ron and Fez radio show Seddon Bennington (1947–2009), New Zealand museum execut.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 46%
United Kingdom 24%
Germany 13%
Australia 9%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Robert has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Rob
  • Bob
  • Bobby
  • Robbie
  • Roberto
  • Rupert
  • Robb

Notable People Named Robert Bennington

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 Robert Bennington:

3
Expression Number

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

4
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Robert?
The first name Robert originates from Germanic. From the Old High German Hrodebert, composed of hrod (fame) and beraht (bright). Became very common in England after the Norman Conquest.
When was Robert most popular?
The name Robert reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bennington?
The surname Bennington originates from French. Bennington is a surname. People with the surname include: Billy Bennington (1900–1986), English musician Chester Bennington (1976–2017), lead singer of rock bands Linkin Park and Dead by Sunrise Christina Bennington (born 1992), Northern Irish actress and singer Elisabeth Bennington (born 1976), American politician Geoffrey Bennington (born 1956), Professor of French and Professor of Comparative Literature at Emory University Jimmy Bennington (born 1970), American musician Ron Bennington (born 1958), co-host of the Ron and Fez radio show Seddon Bennington (1947–2009), New Zealand museum execut.
What are the origins of the name Robert Bennington?
The name Robert Bennington combines two different traditions: the first name Robert has Germanic roots, while the surname Bennington originates from French.
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