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Bob
Bob: Popularity
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200th+ most popular boys name in the UK
9 recorded births
in 2008
User rating:
( 3.47 from 76 votes )
Additional information about the name Bob:
Bob is an altered short form of Robert, meaning 'bright fame'. It developed later than similar names 'Hob', 'Dob' and 'Nob', and has enjoyed considerably wider adoption. It was popularised by the likes of Bob the Builder (cartoon character), Bob Dylan (folk singer) and Bob Marley (reggae singer).
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