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Calvin 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

Calvin Rank #140
Robert Rank #90

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 vs #140 for Calvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calvin or Robert more popular?

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 compared to Calvin at #140 in the United States.

What do Calvin and Robert mean?

Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin). Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin).

Are Calvin and Robert boy or girl names?

Calvin is primarily a boy name. Robert is primarily a boy name.

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