Roberta
Roberta is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Bright fame or famous glory.
Origin and history
Roberta is the feminine form of Robert, derived from Old High German elements meaning 'bright fame'. It gained widespread popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century. Though its usage has declined in recent years, it remains a classic traditional choice.
Popularity in the United States
171,548 babies in the United States have been named Roberta since 1880. It ranks #230 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1760.
States where it is most popular
- NY (9.6 %)
- CA (8.6 %)
- PA (7.1 %)
- IL (6.7 %)
- OH (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 541 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,120 |
| 1900-1910 | 2,372 |
| 1910-1920 | 10,370 |
| 1920-1930 | 18,219 |
| 1930-1940 | 27,731 |
| 1940-1950 | 38,051 |
| 1950-1960 | 37,916 |
| 1960-1970 | 21,101 |
| 1970-1980 | 8,094 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,281 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,299 |
| 2000-2010 | 548 |
| 2010-2019 | 564 |
| 2020-2029 | 341 |
Famous people named Roberta
- Roberta Flack: Singer, Musician
- Roberta Bondar: Astronaut, Neurologist
Nicknames
Bobbie, Robbie, Burt, Ro
Fun facts
- Roberta was created as the feminine equivalent of the ancient Germanic name Robert.
- The name reached its highest popularity in the United States between the 1930s and 1950s.