Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Johnrobert since 1975
Babies named Johnrobert per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 101 |
| 1990s | 107 |
| 2000s | 73 |
| 2010s | 69 |
| 2020s | 19 |
Meaning & origin
Johnrobert is a rare compound name that combines two enduring classics, John and Robert. First recorded in the United States in 1975, the name never achieved widespread use. Its peak year was 1985, though even then it remained very uncommon. As of 2023, Johnrobert ranked 10,695th in popularity, with approximately 1 in every 284,679 newborn boys receiving the name. The trajectory of the name has been stable over recent decades, neither rising nor falling dramatically. While top states for Johnrobert are not available due to its rarity, it likely appears sporadically across the country. The name offers a way to honor both a John and a Robert in one formal name, while allowing nicknames like John or Rob.
Johnrobert is a modern compound name formed by joining the classic English names John and Robert. John derives from the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning 'God is gracious', while Robert comes from the Germanic Hrodebert, meaning 'bright fame'. This combination arose in the 20th century, likely in the United States, as parents sought to honor two family members or create a distinctive double-barreled name. It remains a rare choice, never entering common usage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: John, Rob, Robbie, Johnny
Variants: John Robert, John-Robert
Sibling names for Johnrobert
Names that share Johnrobert's style, for a brother or sister.
