Robert vs Jeremy

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

Robert Rank #90
Jeremy Rank #266

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 vs #266 for Jeremy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Robert or Jeremy more popular?

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 compared to Jeremy at #266 in the United States.

What do Robert and Jeremy mean?

Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin). Jeremy means "God will raise up" (Hebrew origin).

Are Robert and Jeremy boy or girl names?

Robert is primarily a boy name. Jeremy is primarily a boy name.

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