gender neutral
Robin
bright fame, famous
About Robin
Timeless and gentle, this nature-inspired name brings versatility and approachable charm. The two-syllable structure creates perfect balance—substantial enough to feel complete while remaining compact and easy to use. Its connection to the natural world adds a layer of meaning without being obvious or heavy-handed.
The name has served both genders historically, though its usage patterns vary by region and era. This gender-flexible quality appeals to some parents while others appreciate its traditional associations. The soft sounds create a friendly, non-threatening impression that may positively influence social interactions throughout childhood and beyond.
Its familiar quality means most people can spell and pronounce it immediately, reducing lifetime frustration. The name pairs well with various middle and last names, offering flexibility in creating complete name combinations. It carries well across different life stages, working for a child, young adult, and mature professional alike. For parents seeking something established, uncomplicated, and warmly appealing, this represents a choice with enduring relevance and universal acceptance.
Popularity of the Name Robin
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | #978 | ||||
| 1889 | #954 | ||||
| 1893 | #816 | ||||
| 1926 | #839 | #129 | |||
| 1927 | #909 | #116 | |||
| 1928 | #924 | #100 | |||
| 1929 | #853 | #99 | |||
| 1930 | #764 | #91 | |||
| 1931 | #812 | #77 | |||
| 1932 | #768 | #75 | |||
| 1933 | #739 | #71 | |||
| 1934 | #604 | #62 | |||
| 1935 | #616 | #65 | |||
| 1936 | #659 | #57 | |||
| 1937 | #602 | #46 | |||
| 1938 | #520 | #51 | |||
| 1939 | #444 | #50 | |||
| 1940 | #408 | #36 | |||
| 1941 | #405 | #31 | |||
| 1942 | #381 | #31 | |||
| 1943 | #401 | #37 | |||
| 1944 | #368 | #43 | |||
| 1945 | #348 | #47 | |||
| 1946 | #312 | #46 | |||
| 1947 | #290 | #46 | |||
| 1948 | #282 | #47 | |||
| 1949 | #252 | #52 | |||
| 1950 | #248 | #48 | |||
| 1951 | #207 | #52 | |||
| 1952 | #204 | #50 | |||
| 1953 | #160 | #48 | |||
| 1954 | #160 | #52 | |||
| 1955 | #158 | #53 | |||
| 1956 | #143 | #56 | |||
| 1957 | #168 | #55 | |||
| 1958 | #193 | #54 | |||
| 1959 | #194 | #65 | |||
| 1960 | #200 | #65 | |||
| 1961 | #169 | #65 | |||
| 1962 | #197 | #80 | |||
| 1963 | #209 | #88 | |||
| 1964 | #222 | #88 | |||
| 1965 | #246 | #91 | |||
| 1966 | #245 | #97 | #251 | ||
| 1967 | #289 | #119 | |||
| 1968 | #309 | #96 | #258 | ||
| 1969 | #346 | #130 | #245 | ||
| 1970 | #319 | #131 | #231 | ||
| 1971 | #331 | #141 | #199 | ||
| 1972 | #340 | #137 | #227 | ||
| 1973 | #389 | #131 | #264 | ||
| 1974 | #371 | #146 | #189 | ||
| 1975 | #387 | #162 | |||
| 1976 | #391 | #174 | #170 | ||
| 1977 | #410 | #145 | #158 | ||
| 1978 | #393 | #161 | #196 | ||
| 1979 | #352 | #165 | #266 | ||
| 1980 | #388 | #190 | #178 | ||
| 1981 | #376 | #256 | #169 | ||
| 1982 | #413 | #188 | #185 | ||
| 1983 | #402 | #186 | #190 | ||
| 1984 | #392 | #213 | #215 | ||
| 1985 | #443 | #194 | #152 | ||
| 1986 | #462 | #227 | #202 | ||
| 1987 | #516 | #211 | #176 | ||
| 1988 | #511 | #242 | #250 | ||
| 1989 | #537 | #201 | #171 | ||
| 1990 | #593 | #154 | |||
| 1991 | #577 | #270 | #153 | #230 | |
| 1992 | #592 | #186 | #231 | ||
| 1993 | #600 | #320 | #197 | #257 | |
| 1994 | #685 | #363 | #236 | #276 | |
| 1995 | #705 | #353 | #183 | #286 | |
| 1996 | #807 | #198 | #259 | ||
| 1997 | #825 | #220 | #307 | #250 | #278 |
| 1998 | #911 | #238 | #316 | #353 | |
| 1999 | #926 | #276 | #279 | #438 | #348 |
| 2015 | #971 | #218 | #414 | #292 | #365 |
| 2019 | #864 | #152 | #197 | #306 | |
| 2020 | #874 | #152 | #420 | #243 | #355 |
| 2021 | #900 | #135 | #451 | #173 | #271 |
| 2022 | #795 | #125 | #188 | #151 | |
| 2023 | #786 | #124 | #162 | #159 | |
| 2024 | #799 | #119 | #196 | #172 | |
| 2025 | #705 | #110 | #368 | #177 | #122 |
| 2000 | #267 | #306 | #374 | ||
| 2001 | #285 | #367 | #241 | #391 | |
| 2002 | #253 | #288 | #430 | ||
| 2003 | #267 | #242 | #498 | ||
| 2004 | #302 | #319 | #276 | #380 | |
| 2005 | #290 | #299 | #567 | ||
| 2006 | #283 | #477 | #439 | ||
| 2007 | #295 | #436 | #424 | #367 | |
| 2008 | #349 | #436 | #407 | ||
| 2009 | #366 | #334 | #450 | ||
| 2010 | #343 | #394 | #529 | ||
| 2011 | #313 | #452 | #510 | ||
| 2012 | #257 | #319 | #579 | ||
| 2013 | #252 | #262 | #548 | ||
| 2014 | #235 | #257 | #429 | ||
| 2016 | #205 | #231 | #396 | ||
| 2017 | #220 | #351 | #418 | ||
| 2018 | #179 | #197 | #374 | ||
| 1900 | #88 | ||||
| 1917 | #138 | ||||
| 1919 | #129 | ||||
| 1921 | #137 | ||||
| 1923 | #145 | ||||
| 1924 | #129 | ||||
| 1925 | #117 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Robin
Names Similar to Robin
Nicknames for Robin
- Rob
- Robby
- Bin
- Bobby
Famous People Named Robin
| Robin Williams | Acclaimed actor and comedian |
| Robin Hood | Legendary heroic outlaw |
| Robin Thicke | American singer-songwriter |
| Robin Wright | American actress |
| Robin Sharma | Canadian author and speaker |
| Robin Gibb | Member of the Bee Gees |
| Robin Quivers | Co-host of The Howard Stern Show |
| Robin Yount | Former professional baseball player |
| Robin Söderling | Swedish tennis player |
| Robin Lehner | Swedish ice hockey goaltender |
| Robin Lopez | American professional basketball player |
| Robin Uthappa | Indian cricketer |
| Robin Olsen | Swedish football goalkeeper |
| Robin Shou | Hong Kong actor and martial artist |
| Robin Singh | Former Indian cricketer and coach |
| Robin Cousins | British figure skater |
| Robin Zander | Lead vocalist of Cheap Trick |
| Robin Ventura | Former professional baseball player and manager |
| Robin van Persie | Dutch footballer |
Characters Named Robin
| Robin Hood | Legendary outlaw and hero of Sherwood Forest |
| Robin Scherbatsky | Character from the TV show "How I Met Your Mother" |
| Robin Arryn | Character from the TV series "Game of Thrones" |
| Robin Ellacott | Character from J.K. Rowling's "Cormoran Strike" series |
| Robin Wood | Character from the TV series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" |
| Robin Buckley | Character from the TV series "Stranger Things" |