Rupert - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Rupert \r(u)-pe-

is pronounced ROO-pert. Variant of Robert. Well-used in Britain since the 18th century. Saint Rupert of Salzburg (eighth century) was involved in the founding of Salzburg on the ruins of an old Roman town. Actor Rupert Everett; publisher Rupert Murdoch.

Rupert has 1 variant form: Ruprecht.

Baby names that sound like Rupert are Ruperto and Roberto.

Rupert is a somewhat common first name for men (#985 out of 1220) and an even more common last name for both men and women (#4567 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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