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Hobbs

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Hobbs is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English surname meaning 'son of Hob', where Hob is a short form of Robert, meaning 'bright fame'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2015.

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What Hobbs Means

An English surname meaning 'son of Hob', where Hob is a short form of Robert, meaning 'bright fame'.

The Story of Hobbs

A surname with a hearty sound, meaning 'bright fame,' a solid foundation for your son's journey.

Hobbs is an English surname derived from the medieval short form 'Hob' of the given name Robert. The name Robert itself has Germanic roots, meaning 'bright fame.' This surname carries a grounded, established quality.

You imagine your son as someone reliable and friendly, a person of substance. This name suggests a child who will build a life of integrity and genuine connection, his 'bright fame' earned through consistent good character.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Bob Hobbs

    English footballer, notably for Arsenal.

Personality Traits

FriendlyReliablePracticalApproachable

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#8 in 2015

Total Births

24

First Recorded

2013

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