Roberto

Roberto is a male first name that has its origin in Old High German. It represents the Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish variant of Robert and means 'the glorious shining one', 'the shining one in glory', or 'the one who shines through his glory'.

What does the name Roberto mean?

The name Roberto, used for boys, has its roots in Old High German. It is the Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish form of Robert, and its meanings include 'the glorious shining one', 'the shining one in glory', and 'the one who shines through his glory'. The origin of the name derives from the Old High German elements hruod, meaning 'glory', and beraht, meaning 'radiant' or 'shining'. In the Middle Ages, the name made its way to Northern France and from there to England. A notable bearer of the name was Saint Roberto Bellarmine, a cardinal of the 16th century known as a church teacher. Another well-known namesake is Roberto de Nobili, a Jesuit missionary who worked in India in the 17th century. Other variants include Robertus (Latin), Robertino (Brazilian), and Robers. The Upper German form of the name is Rupert.

Where does the name Roberto come from?

The name has its roots in the Old High German language area. It consists of the Old High German terms hruod, meaning 'glory', and beraht, translated as 'radiant' or 'shining'. Old High German: hruod = glory and beraht = radiant, shining. Languages: Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.

How do you pronounce Roberto?

The pronunciation of Roberto is three syllables and melodic. In the German language, it is usually pronounced as 'Ro-ber-to' [ʁoˈbɛʁto], with the emphasis on the second syllable. The combination of rolling sounds and open vowels gives the name a flowing sound. Roberto radiates liveliness and has a full-toned character – rhythmic, warm, and harmonious.

When is the name day of Roberto?

The name day for Roberto is celebrated on April 29.

Popularity

In Germany, Roberto is considered a fairly popular first name. Currently, it ranks 1,607th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 1975 when it reached 87th place. In the last ten years, Roberto has been given about 330 times, placing it 1,154th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,162nd. Worldwide, Roberto is variably popular in different countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Berti / Bertihnio / Bertinjo / Berto / Bertolein / Rob / Robbe / Robbi / Robbie / Robby / Robchen / Roberti / Robeto / Robi / Robs / Robsen / Roby / Robé

Famous people

• Claudio Roberto Siqueira Fernandes Filho (Brazilian football player)
• Jose Roberto Reynoso Fernandez Filho (Brazilian equestrian)
• Roberto Arturo Carcasses (jazz musician from Cuba)
• Roberto Baggio (former Italian football player)
• Roberto Benigni (Italian actor and director)
• Roberto Blanco (schlager singer)
• Roberto Bordin (Libyan football player)
• Roberto Brunetto (footballer from Argentina)
• Roberto Cabral (Argentinian footballer)
• Roberto Calmon Felix (Brazilian football player)
• Roberto Cappelluti (host (e.g., 'Straßen-Stars') and DJ)
• Roberto Carlos (Brazilian football player)
• Roberto Cavalli (Italian fashion designer)
• Roberto Clerici (Italian painter)
• Roberto Contreras (actor from America)
• Roberto Dotti (Italian cyclist)
• Roberto Etxebarria Arruti (Spanish footballer)
• Roberto Fernandez (Paraguayan football player)
• Roberto Frinolli (Italian hurdler)
• Roberto Galbiati (Italian football player)