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Where does name Robina- stem from????
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CelticShiv | Report | 5 Nov 2003 20:32 |
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My G G G G Grandmother is Robina Shiells, but she was born Alison Shiells. Is Robina short for something, as i have not actually heard of this name before, and can't see similarities with Alison and Robina. Just wanted some advice. |
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Gary | Report | 5 Nov 2003 20:41 |
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The meaning of Robina Origin: German Meaning: Feminine form of Robert: Famed, bright; shining. An all-time favorite boys' name since the Middle Ages. Famous Bearers: Scottish national hero Robert the Bruce and novelist Robert Ludlum. Origin: Scottish Meaning: Robin. Origin: Teutonic Meaning: Sparkling fame. Gary |
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Unknown | Report | 5 Nov 2003 21:17 |
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a girl at school was always known as Bina, but she was one of twins, her twin brother was Robin and she was Robina. |
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Carol | Report | 5 Nov 2003 23:37 |
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I wonder if her nickname was blackcurrant? |
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CelticShiv | Report | 6 Nov 2003 00:12 |
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Carol I just read that and could not stop laughing to myself. |
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