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Roberta
Bright with fame (fem.)
Origin
Germanic
Used in
itesen
Origin and meaning of Roberta
Roberta is the feminine of Roberto, rooted in the Germanic words hrod, 'fame, glory,' and beraht, 'bright, illustrious': it thus means 'bright with fame, renowned in glory.' A strong, radiant name, it is common in Italy, the English-speaking world and Brazil. It corresponds to almost identical forms in many languages, which aids its recognisability. People love its balance of energy and classic femininity.
Famous people
- Roberta Flack— singer
- Roberta Vinci— athlete
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