Manfred vs Rob

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

Manfred Rank #19,981
Rob Rank #19,807

Rob is more popular, ranked #19807 vs #19981 for Manfred.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Manfred ___

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Rob ___

  • Rob Ryan
  • Rob James
  • Rob Andrew
  • Rob Michael
  • Rob Thomas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manfred or Rob more popular?

Rob is more popular, ranked #19807 compared to Manfred at #19981 in the United States.

What do Manfred and Rob mean?

Rob means "bright fame" (Germanic origin).

Are Manfred and Rob boy or girl names?

Manfred is primarily a boy name. Rob is primarily a boy name.

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