Hobbes

Hobbes makes for an excellent baby boy name. It finds its origin in Old English, and it means 'bright fame'. A very popular character in the contemporary world is the tiger in the comics 'Calvin And Hobbes'. The name gained peak popularity in and around 2015. Since then, the name has seen a gradual decrease in popularity. The name variants for Hobbes can be Hob and Hobbs. Sources claim that the dates back to the Anglo-Saxon culture of England. The first-ever noted name was Robert Hobbes in 1538. People consider those named Hobbes to be honorable, open, generous, balanced, loving, and compassionate. They are also considered to be romantics. As popular as Hobbes is as a name, it has also been very popular as a surname. Some of the noteworthy historical figures of the world with this surname are the 1523 British Sheriff of Nottingham, England, Mr. Thomas Hobbes, and also the 1498 British Sheriff of the same place, Mr. Henry Hobbes. In contemporary culture, there was an English philosopher named Thomas Hobbes who published several books like the 1642's 'De Cive', the 1650's 'Elements Of Law: Natural And Politic', the 1651's 'Leviathan', and the 1681's 'Behemoth', among others.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

bright fame

Origin

English variation of Robert. "bright fame"

Numerology

H is for happiness, you always bring.

O is for outlook, pleasing to all.

B is for beacon, you extend your friendly hand.

B is for bewitch, your charm is undeniable.

E is for electric, a sparkling trait!

S is for sensible, the practical side.

Lucky

Hobbes lucky number is 6.

Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Hobbes

• Kwon Nara South Korean singer of the girl group Hello Venus
• Jang Na ra, South Korean singer and actress
• Narcissa Prentiss Whitman American pioneer and missionary
• Thomas Hobbes of Malmesbury English political philosopher