Roberto
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Bright fame or shining with glory
Origin: Italian/Spanish/Portuguese
Popularity: Ranked #570 in 2025 with 519 babies born.
History: Roberto is the Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese form of Robert, from the Old High German 'Hrodebert,' combining 'hrod' (fame) and 'beraht' (bright). It has been a staple name throughout Latin Europe and the Americas for centuries, borne by notable figures in art, sports, and politics.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Roberto? About 1 in 6,413 babies born in 2025 were named Roberto, or roughly 1.4 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Roberto
What does the name Roberto mean?
Roberto means “Bright fame or shining with glory” from Italian/Spanish/Portuguese roots.
What is the origin of the name Roberto?
Roberto has Italian/Spanish/Portuguese origin. The traditional meaning is “Bright fame or shining with glory”.
How popular is Roberto?
Roberto ranked #569 in 2025 — given to 519 babies that year.
When was Roberto most popular?
Roberto peaked in 1991 with 2,118 babies registered that year.
Is Roberto a boy or girl name?
Roberto is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Robertos in registered births are male.
Is the name Roberto rising or falling in popularity?
Roberto has fallen 132 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #437 in 2020 to #569 in 2025.
How long has Roberto been recorded?
Roberto appears in birth records across 124 years — from 1897 through 2025.