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Robert vs Mason

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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Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#42
Total SSA Count
6,471
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Robert Rank #90
Mason Rank #42

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 vs #90 for Robert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Robert or Mason more popular?

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 compared to Robert at #90 in the United States.

What do Robert and Mason mean?

Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin). Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin).

Are Robert and Mason boy or girl names?

Robert is primarily a boy name. Mason is primarily a boy name.

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