Origin and Meaning of Robt

Bright fame

Origin: English - Robt is a diminutive or short form of the name Robert which comes from the Germanic elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright'.

• Robt is an uncommon abbreviation of Robert, generally found in historical or formal contexts.
• The name Robert has been used extensively in various cultures, especially in English-speaking countries, often abbreviated to Rob, Bob, or Robt.
• Notable bearers of Robert include Robert the Bruce, King of Scots, and Robert Frost, an esteemed American poet.
• Robert has consistently ranked in the top names for boys since the Middle Ages, while Robt is much less popular in modern usage.
• Related names and variations include Roberto (Italian/Spanish), Rupert (German), and Robin (Old French).