Rob vs Dag

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rob

Boy #19,807 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,807
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

54 High Risk

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Dag

Boy #19,315 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"day, daylight"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Norwegian Swedish Danish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,315
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rob Rank #19,807
Dag Rank #19,315

Dag is more popular, ranked #19315 vs #19807 for Rob.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rob or Dag more popular?

Dag is more popular, ranked #19315 compared to Rob at #19807 in the United States.

What do Rob and Dag mean?

Rob means "bright fame" (Germanic origin). Dag means "day, daylight" (Old Norse origin).

Are Rob and Dag boy or girl names?

Rob is primarily a boy name. Dag is primarily a boy name.

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