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Jones vs Robin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Robin

Boy #809 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#809
Total SSA Count
310
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Jones Rank #849
Robin Rank #809

Robin is more popular, ranked #809 vs #849 for Jones.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jones or Robin more popular?

Robin is more popular, ranked #809 compared to Jones at #849 in the United States.

What do Jones and Robin mean?

Jones means "son of John" (Welsh origin). Robin means "bright fame" (Germanic origin).

Are Jones and Robin boy or girl names?

Jones is primarily a boy name. Robin is primarily a boy name.

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