Robinson
Boy nameRobinson has been given to 2,921 babies in the U.S. since 1900. It peaked in 2014. In 2025, about 1 in 55,099 boys was named Robinson.
Meaning & origin /ˈɹɒb.ɪn.sən/
Origin: surnames
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
2,921
Peak year
2014 (64 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1900
10-year trend
▼ -43%
Gender split
All boys
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Robinson.
Sibling name ideas for Robinson
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FAQ
How popular is the name Robinson?
Robinson has been given to 2,921 babies in the U.S. since 1900. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Robinson peak?
Robinson peaked in 2014, when 64 babies were given the name.
Is Robinson a girl or boy name?
Robinson is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Robinson are boys).
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