Neil vs Robin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English Scandinavian

✓ All Clear

Boy #809 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright fame"

Origin: Germanic

English French Dutch American

24 High Risk

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Neil Rank #866

Robin Rank #809

Robin is more popular, ranked #809 vs #866 for Neil.

Is Neil or Robin more popular?

Robin is more popular, ranked #809 compared to Neil at #866 in the United States.

What do Neil and Robin mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Robin means "bright fame" (Germanic origin).

Are Neil and Robin boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Robin is primarily a boy name.