Robert Goolsby

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Robert Goolsby — bright fame
4.7 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Robert Goolsby 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 Goolsby: Mike Goolsby (born 1982), American football player Ray Goolsby (1919–1999), baseball player Tony Goolsby (born 1933), a businessman and former member of the Texas House of Representatives Katherine Goolsby (born 1981), American speech-language pathologist and expert on beagles. Denzel Goolsby (born 1997), a former D1 defensive back for the Kansas State wildcats. Dustin Goolsby, a character on the American television program Glee 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: Goolsby

English

Mike Goolsby (born 1982), American football player Ray Goolsby (1919–1999), baseball player Tony Goolsby (born 1933), a businessman and former member of the Texas House of Representatives Katherine Goolsby (born 1981), American speech-language pathologist and expert on beagles. Denzel Goolsby (born 1997), a former D1 defensive back for the Kansas State wildcats. Dustin Goolsby, a character on the American television program Glee

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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 Goolsby

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 Goolsby:

11
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Goolsby?
The surname Goolsby originates from English. Mike Goolsby (born 1982), American football player Ray Goolsby (1919–1999), baseball player Tony Goolsby (born 1933), a businessman and former member of the Texas House of Representatives Katherine Goolsby (born 1981), American speech-language pathologist and expert on beagles. Denzel Goolsby (born 1997), a former D1 defensive back for the Kansas State wildcats. Dustin Goolsby, a character on the American television program Glee
What are the origins of the name Robert Goolsby?
The name Robert Goolsby combines two different traditions: the first name Robert has Germanic roots, while the surname Goolsby originates from English.
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