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Rob vs Cletus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rob

Boy #19,807 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,807
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

54 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Rob Rank #19,807
Cletus Rank #19,830

Rob is more popular, ranked #19807 vs #19830 for Cletus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rob or Cletus more popular?

Rob is more popular, ranked #19807 compared to Cletus at #19830 in the United States.

What do Rob and Cletus mean?

Rob means "bright fame" (Germanic origin). Cletus means "called forth, gloriously summoned" (Greek origin).

Are Rob and Cletus boy or girl names?

Rob is primarily a boy name. Cletus is primarily a boy name.

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