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Hobbes

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English variation of Robert. "bright fame"
"bright fame"

Hobbes Origin and Meaning

The name Hobbes is a boy's name of English origin meaning "bright fame".

All varieties of Hob are antiquated nicknames for Robert, though this one is saddled with the "Calvin and Hobbes" cartoon association.

Hobbes Popularity

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Famous People Named Hobbes

  • Thomas Hobbes of MalmesburyEnglish political philosopher

Hobbes in Pop Culture

  • "Calvin & Hobbes" comic strip featuring Hobbes, a stuffed tiger
  • Hobbesa character in the Fables comic book series
  • Miranda Hobbesa lead character on "Sex and the City"