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Robin is a feminine name used in English and French. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Medieval English diminutive of Robert, now usually regarded as an independent name. Robin Hood was a legendary English hero and archer who stole from the rich to give to the poor." It ranked #704 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, medieval English diminutive of Robert, now usually regarded as an independent name. Robin Hood was a legendary English hero and archer who stole from the rich to give to the poor. The entry lists its usage as English, French, Dutch, Swedish and others.
Editorial confidence: likely
Popularity
Robin ranked #704 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #704 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Robin mean?
Behind the Name does not give Robin a one-word meaning. It describes the name as follows: medieval English diminutive of Robert, now usually regarded as an independent name.
Is Robin a popular name?
Robin ranked #704 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Robin a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Robin appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it masculine & feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Robin — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
