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The baby name Robson is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced English: /ˈrɒb.sən/ or /ˈrɑb.sən/ (ROB-sən); Brazilian Portuguese: /ˈʁɔb.sõ/ (HOB-sohn).

Robson is English in Origin.

Gender: Male
Syllables: 2.0
Origin: English
Pronunciation: English: /ˈrɒb.sən/ or /ˈrɑb.sən/ (ROB-sən); Brazilian Portuguese: /ˈʁɔb.sõ/ (HOB-sohn)

What is the meaning of the name Robson ?

The baby name Robson is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced English: /ˈrɒb.sən/ or /ˈrɑb.sən/ (ROB-sən); Brazilian Portuguese: /ˈʁɔb.sõ/ (HOB-sohn).

Robson is English in Origin.

Robson is an English–Scottish patronymic turned given name meaning “son of Rob,” with Rob the medieval short form of Robert. Robert comes from Proto‑Germanic *Hrōþiberhtaz (hrōd “fame” + berht “bright”), so Robson implies “son of the fame‑bright one” and suggests renowned lineage.

The surname clusters in Northumberland, County Durham, and the Scottish Borders, appearing in 14th‑century records and spreading with migration. As a first name it reflects the 19th–20th‑century fashion for surnames-as-given-names in the Anglosphere, and it is notably common in Brazil and other Lusophone communities (e.g., footballer Robson de Souza, “Robinho”). Related forms include Robinson (from Robin), Robertson (“son of Robert”), and Robeson; Portuguese variants Robson and Robsen also occur. Nicknames span Rob, Robbie/Robby, Bob, and Sonny, while feminine counterparts Robyn and Roberta provide family-friendly pairings. The overall tone is sturdy, traditional, and quietly modern.

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Famous people with the name Robson

Robson Green Actor · Born 1964 · United Kingdom Robson Green is a British actor best known for his role as Dr. Tony Hill in the TV series 'Wire in the Blood'. He also starred in 'Soldier Soldier', where his singing talents were showcased, leading to a successful music career with the hit single 'Unchained Melody'.

Robson – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
BR Boys 0 #51 10,371 12,213
JP 0 #76 2 4,057
BR 0 #90 405 5,969
TW 0 #103 1 4,523
QA 0 #105 2 7,011
GE Boys 0 #110 1 2,055
BW Boys 0 #129 21 4,685
CY Boys 0 #131 1 3,473
ID Boys 0 #135 1 4,130
MU 0 #137 1 3,613
BW Girls 0 #150 2 4,216
MT Boys 0 #179 1 4,064
AE 0 #186 2 10,220
PL 0 #211 2 2,600
AO Boys 0 #212 31 5,568
NA Boys 0 #216 20 6,830
LU Boys 0 #219 2 4,970
JP Boys 0 #221 77 7,909
PT 0 #248 3 4,161
PT Boys 0 #254 123 7,951
HR Boys 0 #259 1 3,997
PL Boys 0 #270 66 6,459
NG 0 #271 2 5,926
SG 0 #279 4 11,010
KZ Boys 0 #296 1 6,578
AL Boys 0 #303 1 5,122
CN Boys 0 #328 4 9,639
Canada Boys 2017 #330 6 2,609
DK Boys 0 #332 1 7,401
GH Boys 0 #336 10 8,138
MU Boys 0 #343 15 8,477
MY 0 #354 1 12,352
HK 0 #355 3 8,483
PL Girls 0 #364 1 5,096
BO 0 #407 2 6,868
UY Boys 0 #411 3 5,922
SD Boys 0 #465 2 10,523
ZA 0 #468 7 14,421
AR Boys 0 #482 2 7,628
RU Boys 0 #495 11 12,621
GT Boys 0 #497 3 7,625
PA Boys 0 #503 3 9,305
CR Boys 0 #507 4 10,188
CO 0 #510 1 7,768
HK Boys 0 #517 11 12,905
CM Boys 0 #536 15 12,054
LY 0 #559 1 12,703
PS Boys 0 #561 1 10,655
BO Boys 0 #575 18 9,244
BD Boys 0 #605 1 10,045
SG Girls 0 #632 1 18,916
CL Boys 0 #654 12 13,390
SG Boys 0 #676 22 17,960
IQ Boys 0 #697 1 13,071
IT 0 #705 10 4,183
QA Boys 0 #740 4 18,093
NG Girls 0 #823 4 15,093
BR Girls 0 #852 90 12,708
PE Boys 0 #863 16 14,506
TN 0 #865 1 13,765
ZA Boys 0 #866 323 25,619
OM Boys 0 #869 13 17,948
United States Boys 2020 #893 6 7,187
Spain Boys 0 #893 38 5,610
CO Boys 0 #907 14 15,656
CL Girls 0 #915 1 14,098
NG Boys 0 #915 37 16,906
Germany Boys 0 #931 22 5,697
MX Boys 0 #1,028 6 16,355
IN Boys 0 #1,039 1 16,750
MY Boys 0 #1,039 73 25,439
ZA Girls 0 #1,131 11 25,928
AE Boys 0 #1,138 6 22,615
MA 0 #1,196 4 20,986
DZ 0 #1,234 1 20,130
IT Boys 0 #1,373 99 10,046
SA Boys 0 #1,684 8 28,008

Robson is popular in 55 countries — most recent births per country:

United States
Canada
Scotland, United Kingdom
AE
AL

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People also ask about Robson

Robson is predominantly a boy's name.
Robson is a 2 syllable name, pronounced English: /ˈrɒb.sən/ or /ˈrɑb.sən/ (ROB-sən); Brazilian Portuguese: /ˈʁɔb.sõ/ (HOB-sohn).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Robeson, Róbson, Robenson, Rob and Robbie.
Yes — Robson ranked #330 in Canada in 2017, and appears in official birth registries across 3 countries.
Robson ranks highest in Canada (#330 in 2017).
Robson's popularity is declining significantly. It moved from #855 in 2010 to #893 in 2020 in United States.
Yes — 1 notable people named Robson are in our database, including Robson Green (Actor).