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Jordan 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

Jordan Rank #104
Robert Rank #90

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 vs #104 for Jordan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jordan or Robert more popular?

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 compared to Jordan at #104 in the United States.

What do Jordan and Robert mean?

Jordan means "to flow down, descend" (Hebrew origin). Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin).

Are Jordan and Robert boy or girl names?

Jordan is primarily a boy name. Robert is primarily a boy name.

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