Rob Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Rob Name at a Glance

Name	Rob
Meaning	Bright fame.
Origin	Teutonic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Rob Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Rob means “Bright fame”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Rob Name Origin

Our database records Rob under Teutonic origin. Browse more Teutonic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Rob a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Rob is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Rob

When considering Rob for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.