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