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Andrew vs Robert

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Andrew Rank #68
Robert Rank #90

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #90 for Robert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andrew or Robert more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Robert at #90 in the United States.

What do Andrew and Robert mean?

Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin).

Are Andrew and Robert boy or girl names?

Andrew is primarily a boy name. Robert is primarily a boy name.

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