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Emmit vs Robinson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Robinson

Boy #3,539 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Robin, son of Robert"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,539
Total SSA Count
32
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Emmit Rank #3,443
Robinson Rank #3,539

Emmit is more popular, ranked #3443 vs #3539 for Robinson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmit or Robinson more popular?

Emmit is more popular, ranked #3443 compared to Robinson at #3539 in the United States.

What do Emmit and Robinson mean?

Emmit means "hardworking; powerful" (Old English/Germanic origin). Robinson means "son of Robin, son of Robert" (English origin).

Are Emmit and Robinson boy or girl names?

Emmit is primarily a boy name. Robinson is primarily a boy name.

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