Bob
pronounced /Bo-b/
Short form of Robert.
About the name
Bob is a traditional English boy name meaning 'Short form of Robert'.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bob
- What is the meaning of the name Bob?
- Bob means "Short form of Robert.". It is a traditional boy name of English origin.
- What is the Rashi (zodiac sign) for Bob?
- The Rashi (zodiac sign) for Bob is Vrishabha.
- What is the Nakshatra and Pada for Bob?
- The Nakshatra for Bob is Mrigashira.
- How is Bob written in Hindi and Gujarati scripts?
- हिन्दी (Devanagari): बोब · ગુજરાતી (Gujarati): બોબ
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