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Shelby Roberts

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Given Name
Shelby
Surname
Roberts

The Name Shelby

Origin
Old Norse, English
Meaning
A surname-derived name meaning 'from the willow farm' or 'dweller by the shelf-like ledge.'
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The Roberts Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
Son of Robert, derived from the Germanic name meaning 'bright fame'.
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