Robert of Lockesley, better known as Robin Hood, was a famous English outlaw who lived in Sherwood forest, stealing from the rich and giving to the poor.
There are authors named Robert K Tanenbaum and Robert Kloner.
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Robert Plant is a famous bearer. He was a member of Band of Joy for a short time before he joined Jimmy Page's reforming of the Yardbirds, soon to become the New Yardbirds. The band name was then changed to Led Zeppelin. Robert Plant has had a successful solo career since the breaking up of Led Zeppelin (caused by the death of the drummer). He was born on August 20th in 1948 and was raised in the West Midlands in England.
Robert A. Heinlein was an influential and popular science fiction author. Examples of his work include "Starship Troopers," "Stranger in a Strange Land," and "Farnham’s Freehold."
Robert Marvin "Bobby" Hull, Canadian born, pro hockey player, 1957 - 1980. Hall of fame, 1983. Regarded as one of the best left-wingers to ever play the game.
Robert Gordan "Bobby" Orr, Canadian born, pro hockey player 1966 - 1978, hall of fame, 1979. Regarded as one of the best hockey players of all time.
Robert Craig "Evel" Knievel, Jr., 10/17/38 - 11/30/07. American born, motorcycle daredevil.
Robert Edward "Kaptain" Knievel, son of Evel Knievel and also a motorcycle daredevil.
This name was born by American filmer art director and production designer Robert F. Boyle (born October 10, 1909). He worked on several Alfred Hitchcock films, as well as "Fiddler on the Roof" (1971). He was nominated for 4 competitive Academy Awards and was awarded an honorary award for his career in 2008.
A famous lawyer bears the name. That person is Robert Kardashian, father of Koutney, Kim and Chloe Kardashian. Also the name of his son, Robert Kardashian Jr.
Bob Crane and Robert Clary, both famous for roles they played on Hogan's Heroes. Bob's character also bore the first name Robert, and was named after yet another actor.
Robert Garland was the principal dancer with the Dance Theatre of Harlem from his debut in 1985. He was also their first resident choreographer. His best known ballet is entitled "Tributary".
Robert Alexander Schumann (1810-1856), German composer and music critic.
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Friedrich Robert Volkmann, known as Robert Volmann (6 April 1815 – 30 October 1883) was a German composer.
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Robert Barry (born March 9, 1936 in the Bronx, New York) is an American artist.
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Robert Polhill Bevan (1865-1925) was a British painter and lithographer.
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Robert Campin (c. 1375 – 26 April 1444), now usually identified as the artist known as the Master of Flémalle, is usually considered the first great master of Early Netherlandish painting.
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Dr Robert Chase is a character on the tv show House MD.
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Robert is the name of the delusional kid who contemplates doing a school shooting in Foster The People's song "Pumped Up Kicks."
Robert Kelly Slater, known as Kelly Slater, is an American professional surfer.
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I didn't use to have deep feelings for this name, but two years ago I met a person who made me absolutely love it! Ever since then, I associate it with a wise, educated man, who derives pleasure from helping others. I'm lucky to have a friend like him!
Oh, and I can't believe no-one has mentioned Robert Burns!