Robert vs Emmett

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Robert

Boy #90 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German (hrod + beraht)

English French German Scottish

24 High Risk

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Boy #119 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong, mighty"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

✓ All Clear

Robert Rank #90

Emmett Rank #119

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 vs #119 for Emmett.

Is Robert or Emmett more popular?

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 compared to Emmett at #119 in the United States.

What do Robert and Emmett mean?

Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin). Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin).

Are Robert and Emmett boy or girl names?

Robert is primarily a boy name. Emmett is primarily a boy name.