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Aiden vs Robert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aiden

Boy #47 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Little fire; born of fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#47
Total SSA Count
6,243
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Robert

Boy #90 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German (hrod + beraht)

Cultural Roots

English French German Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#90
Total SSA Count
3,785
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Aiden Rank #47
Robert Rank #90

Aiden is more popular, ranked #47 vs #90 for Robert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aiden or Robert more popular?

Aiden is more popular, ranked #47 compared to Robert at #90 in the United States.

What do Aiden and Robert mean?

Aiden means "Little fire; born of fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin).

Are Aiden and Robert boy or girl names?

Aiden is primarily a boy name. Robert is primarily a boy name.

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