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Bob

The meaning of Bob is 'bright flame' and the name is of English origin. It is a name used primarily by parents looking for names for a baby boy. It comes from the Old Germanic word 'hrodebert'. Famous personalities with this name are Bob Ross, painter and television host of 'The Joy Of Painting'. His iconic perm started as a way for him to save money! His paintings and way of speaking have made him popular amongst the media. Another famous personality is Bob Dylan who is a folk singer. He changed folk music in the '60s with his albums 'Desire', 'Highway 61 Revisited' and 'Nashville Skyline'. Some of his famous songs are 'The Times They Are A-Changing', 'Just Like A Woman' and 'Like A Rolling Stone'.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

bright fame

Origin

English, diminutive of Robert

Numerology

B is for bloom, your glow of life.

O is for old fashioned, you cherish the past.

B is for beauty, that comes from within.

Lucky

Bob lucky number is 1.

1 symbolizes a pioneering spirit, independent nature, and innate leadership capabilities. On a bad day, 1 can be a bit bossy or boastful, hiding any insecurities behind over-developed self-importance. 1 must remember that although it is first, it can very quickly become the loneliest number. Even the most autonomous 1s need the support of their friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Bob

  • Layla El English pro wrestler
  • (Zara) Layla Kayleigh English,American TV presenter
  • Layla bint al Minhal, disciple of Muhammad and wife of Arab chieftain Malik ibn Nuwayra
  • Layla Grace Marsh girl who inspired the Layla's Legacy cancer foundation
  • Layla Foreman daughter of musician Tim Foreman of Switchfoot
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Bob in Pop Culture

  • Marty Maraschino character in the 1978 movie "Grease"
  • Marty Pilcher character from the movie "Going All the Way"
  • Marty Saybrooke character in the TV soap 'One Life to Live'
  • Mar a,Lago, resort in Palm Beach, Florida, owned by Donald Trump
  • Star Trek V: The Final Frontier Kirk referred to him simply as "Bob"
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