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At a Glance: Name: Robin – Meaning: pet form of Robert, whose Germanic roots mean roughly 'bright fame'; the female/modern use is also commonly linked directly to the robin bird – Origin: Old French (diminutive of Robert) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: RAH-bin
Robin started out as a pet form of Robert, built from Germanic words that mean roughly 'bright fame,' though these days it's just as likely to bring the small robin bird to mind. It suits a boy or a girl equally well, pairing an easygoing, free-spirited feel with a streak of boldness, a clean modern simplicity, and an outdoorsy, wandering spirit. Pronounced RAH-bin, it's a name that's both grounded and open to interpretation.
Meaning & Origin of Robin
Meaning: Pet form of robert, whose germanic roots mean roughly 'bright fame'; the female/modern use is also commonly linked directly to the robin bird.
Origin: Old French (diminutive of Robert).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Robin
Phonetic: RAH-bin IPA: /ˈrɑːbɪn/
Popularity of Robin
Robin reached its highest popularity at #25 back in 1962, when 15,129 babies were given the name; by 2024 it had settled at #799, with 351 babies receiving it that year.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1881–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Robin mean?
Pet form of robert, whose germanic roots mean roughly ‘bright fame’; the female/modern use is also commonly linked directly to the robin bird. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Robin)
How do you pronounce Robin?
Robin is pronounced RAH-bin (IPA: /ˈrɑːbɪn/).
Is Robin a popular name right now?
Robin peaked at #25 in 1962 and is ranked #799 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1881–2024.)
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