Robin Name Meaning & Origin
/ROH-bin/Robin is possibly a name of British origin.
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Name Origin
Robin is a name of Old French origin, derived from the diminutive of 'Robin' meaning 'bright fame'. It became popular in English-speaking countries and is used for both males and females, often associated with the bird 'robin'.
Name Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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British (Caucasian) 40% -
American (Caucasian) 35% -
French (Caucasian) 25%
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Name Details
- First Name: Robin
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
In 2025, 400 girls and 382 boys in the US were named Robin.
Growth of the name Robin in the US (SSA Data):
Robin Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 4
People with this name tend to be: Hard-working, practical and grounded.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.