Robert, of Germanic origin, means "bright fame" and was used prominently during medieval times, particularly among the Normans who brought it to England after the conquest in 1066. It has been consistently popular throughout history, with notable bearers including Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland, and Robert E. Lee, a Confederate general during the American Civil War. The name Robert reached its peak popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century but remains widely used today.
"Robert saw a spike in popularity between 1986 and 1989, with 7 births each in those years, but it dipped to 5 in 1988."