Robert Graham

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Robert Graham — bright fame
4.7 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Robert Graham is a name combining Germanic origins, bringing together "bright fame" (Robert) with "from Grantham" (Graham). 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 Graham from a place in Lincolnshire, England. The Grahams became prominent Scottish nobles; the Marquis of Montrose was the most famous. 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: Graham

Meaning: from Grantham

English

From a place in Lincolnshire, England. The Grahams became prominent Scottish nobles; the Marquis of Montrose was the most famous.

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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

Variants of the surname Graham: Grahame Graeme

Notable People Named Robert Graham

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 Graham:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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.
How common is the name Robert Graham?
The first name Robert is shared by approximately 4.7 million people worldwide. The surname Graham is among the most recognizable in its region of origin.
Where is the name Robert most common?
The name Robert is most prevalent in United States and surrounding regions.
When was Robert most popular?
The name Robert reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
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