Robert is a popular name among many people. However, it comes with a long list of nicknames that most people use over the actual name when calling or speaking with them.
Several famous people named Robert are prime examples of how nicknames are more popular than real names. Some are disclosed publicly, while others may give them nicknames behind closed doors that others may not know.
The Origin and Meaning of the Name Robert
Robert is the name of a male, first introduced in Germany as Hrodebert. The name means bright fame. From the 13th to the 20th Century, it was in its English form, Robert, when the Normans spread it to the England territory.
In the 20th Century, it was voted the most-used name in the U.S. Its prime usage was in the years between 1924 through 1939. Again, it made a robust comeback in 1953. Today, it is still one of the most used names in America.
Famous People with the Name Robert
There are many people we know alive today and those from the past who bore the name Robert. These are some you may recognize, along with how they are made famous:
- Robert E. Lee: Confederate General in the Civil War;
- Robert Plant: Musician from Led Zeppelin;
- Robert Downey Jr.: American Actor;
- Robert Redford: American Actor;
- Robert Allen Zimmerman, AKA Bob Dylan: Singer, Musician, and Songwriter;
- Robert Frost: Poet.
Common Nicknames for Robert
Rob or Bob are among the most used nicknames for Robert. You may be familiar with these, and if your name is Robert, you may have heard them called to you as well:
- Bert
- Bertie
- Bertles
- Bert-man
- Berto
- Bertie-Boy
- Bertito
- Bobo
- Bob-a-lot
- Bob-a-Loo
- Bob-a-Licious
- Bob bear
- Bobbert
- Bobble
- Bobcat
- Bobinator
- Bobby
- Bobby-Boo
- Bobby bear
- Bobbykins
- Bobberson
- Bobble
- Bobster
- R.J.
- Robi
- Rob-a-dob
- Robalicious
- Robba
- Robber
- Robble
- Robby
- Robbo
- Robbie
- Robbie-Bob
- Robbiekins
- Robby-Doo
- Robby-Roo
- Robbykins
- Robby-Dawg
- Robmeister
- Robo
- Robo-Bob
- RoboCop
- Robocalypse
- Robo-Bob
- Robomatic
- Robaroo
- Robster
- Robtastic
- Robzilla
Tee For Not So Tiny
In many slang languages, Tee means tiny and is sometimes found before a name or nickname. Many people use the word or key phrases for the opposite meanings. For example, a large person will be called Tiny or Tee. Here are some of the most common ways you may hear or see the nicknames of Robert used in these phrases:
- T-Robert
- T-Bob
- T-Bobby
- T-Rob
- T-Robby
- T-Robbie
- T-Bert
- T-Berto
- R-T
- T-Robble
- T-Rob Bob
- T-Bob Rob
- T-Rob-O
- T-Bob-O
- T-Robo
- T-Bobo
- T-Bo
- T-Beau
Cool and Hip Nicknames for Robert
Along with the nicknames associated with Robert, these are listed among the cool names:
- Radical Rob
- Rainbow Rob
- Radiant Rob
- Rampage Rob
- Raptor Rob
- Rapid Rob
- Razor Rob
- Rebel Rob
- Rebelution Rob
- Renegade Rob
- Riptide Rob
- Roadster Rob
- Roaring Rob
- Rocket Rob
- Rockin’ Rob
- Rockstar Rob
- Rocky Rob
- Rugged Rob
- Rusty Rob
- Razzle Dazzle Rob
- Rowdy Rob
- Royal Rob
- Rhino Rob
- Radiant Rob
- Robo-Cool
- Robo-Cobra
- Robo-Champion
- Robo-Chaos
- Robo-Commander
- Robo-Crusader
- Robo-Dragon
- Robo-Enigma
- Robo-Fighter
- Robo-Flame
- Robo-Hammer
- Robo-Hero
- Robo-Knight
- Robo-Maverick
- Robo-Phoenix
- Robo-Savage
- Robo-Scorpion
- Robo-Shark
- Robo-Smasher
- Robo-Sniper
- Robo-Titan
- Robo-Viper
- Robo-Warrior
- Robo-Wizard
- Robo-Xtreme
- Robo-Zenith
- Robo-Zilla
Special Nicknames Used for Robert
These are nicknames given to a person named Robert if they are children, spouses, significant others, or just someone who wants to be cute and friendly. The names in this list are more common behind closed doors and would not be heard by many in public.
We advise the substantial use of caution not to embarrass anyone named Robert. These nicknames would be embarrassing if the nicknames were known to others.
- Bobbert
- Bob-o
- Bobster
- Bobby-boo
- Bobby-bop
- Bobby-bear
- Bobby-bunny
- Bobby-cakes
- Bobby-pie
- Bobby-snuggle
- Bobby-sweet
- Bobbykins
- Bobby-woop
- Bertie Bear
- Bertie Boo
- Bertie-bear
- Bertie-bop
- Bertie-bubble
- Bertie-bubbles
- Bertie-bud
- Bertie-bug
- Bertie-butt
- Bertie-cupcake
- Bertie-fluff
- Bertie-honey
- Bertie-pie
- Bertie-poo
- Bertie-pup
- Bertie-sweet
- Bertie-woop
- Bertie-worm
- Robbert
- Rob-o
- Robster
- Robby-boo
- Robby-bop
- Robby-bear
- Robby-bunny
- Robby-cakes
- Robby-doo
- Robby-heart
- Robby-kins
- Robby-love
- Robby-muffin
- Robby-pie
- Robby-pops
- Robby-sugar
- Robby-snuggle
- Robby-sweet
- Robby-blossom
Here are some more you may find amusing and cute.
- Robby-pudding
- Robby-sweetie
- R-Bear
- R-Bop
- R-Cakes
- R-Doo
- R-Heart
- R-Kins
- R-Love
- R-Muffin
Silly Nicknames for Robert
You can use these nicknames, but you must consider the person’s feelings before using this list. If you notice the person can take a joke, they will find these names funny and be able to laugh at themselves.
It is a great thing to be able to laugh at yourself with the knowledge of still knowing your worth. These are fun and silly names you may hear from time to time. Most of these are used by close friends.
- Bobert
- Bob-a-licious
- Bob-a-dear
- Bob-a-liciousness
- Bob-a-rama
- Bob-a-roo
- Bobbin’ Along Bob
- Bobbin’ and Weavin’ Bob
- Bobo Loco
- Bobo the Barbarian
- Bobo the Blob
- Bobo the Bubblehead
- Bobo the Bungler
- Bobo the Buffoon
- Bobo the Clown
- Bobo the Destroyer
- Bobo the Hobo
- Bobo the Terrible
- Bobo-Sapien
- Bobo-Sloth
- Bobo-Snail
- Bobo-Sausage
- Bobo-Sandwich
- Bobo-Sapien
- Bobo the Hobo
- Bobo Loco
- Bobo the Bubblehead
- Bobo the Buffoon
- Bobo the Bungler
- Bobo the Destroyer
- Bobo the Terrible
- Bobo-Sapien
- Bobo-Sloth
- Bobo-Snail
- Bobo-Sausage
- Bobo-Sandwich
- Bob-a-liciousness
- Bobby Wobby
- Bobby McBobface
- Bertie Wooster
- Bertie
- Bobo Loco
- Bertie Wooster
- Bobby Wobby
- Robby Dobby
- Rob-a-dope
- Rob-a-licious
- Rob-a-dear
- Rob-a-geek
- Rob-a-chicken
Here are some more to enjoy, but be careful not to offend anyone named Robert with these names. Remember, it’s all in fun, and no harm is intended.
- Rob-a-doodle
- Robo-Cookie
- Robo-Chicken
- Robo-Copier
- Robo-Doughnut
- Robo-Geek
- Robo-Monkey
- Robo-Nerd
- Robo-Penguin
- Robo-Pickle
- Robo-Pizza
- Robo-Sausage
- Robo-Sleepy
- Robo-Slob
- Robo-Snail
- Robo-Sloth
- Robo-Stinky
- Robo-Taco
- Robo-Teapot
- Robo-Turkey
Clever Nicknames for Robert
These are some clever Robert nicknames that most people would never have thought of if we had not pointed this out. Did you know Robert, spelled backward, is how this popular name came into existence: Trebor?
Other nicknames are creative and come from a Western name from the past. One example is Billy Bob.
A Name for the Generations
Robert will continue to be on parents’ minds for generations to come. Some are named after grandparents and parents, even if the name is from the female version of Robert, which is Roberta. As we grow older, we will find more creative minds that will also find more creative nicknames for Robert.