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Keith vs Robin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#758
Total SSA Count
336
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Keith Rank #758
Robin Rank #809

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #809 for Robin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keith or Robin more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Robin at #809 in the United States.

What do Keith and Robin mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Robin means "bright fame" (Germanic origin).

Are Keith and Robin boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Robin is primarily a boy name.

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