Robb
[rɒb]Meaning
a Scottish surname formed as a short form of Robert
Background Story
Robb is a surname of Scottish origin, formed from a diminution of the name Robert. It was originally spelled Rob, sometimes Robe, and by 1800 most families had added a second 'b'. The name most likely began with the offspring of a Robert or Rob when surnames came into use, though there is no single source for it.
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