Roberta
Roberta is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Bright fame or famous victory.
Origin and history
Roberta is a classic feminine form of Robert, derived from Old High German elements meaning bright fame. While predominantly used for females, historical U.S. birth records show occasional usage for males. It has a vintage, traditional presence in American naming history.
Popularity in the United States
782 babies in the United States have been named Roberta since 1880. It ranks #3894 all-time.
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 38 |
| 1920-1930 | 106 |
| 1930-1940 | 150 |
| 1940-1950 | 152 |
| 1950-1960 | 111 |
| 1960-1970 | 98 |
| 1970-1980 | 58 |
| 1980-1990 | 60 |
| 1990-2000 | 9 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Bobbie, Robbie, Bertie, Berti
Fun facts
- Roberta combines the Germanic elements hrod (fame) and beraht (bright).
- Although predominantly given to females, over 700 males in U.S. records have been named Roberta since 1880.