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Robin vs Davis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Robin

Boy #809 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#809
Total SSA Count
310
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Davis

Boy #646 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of David"

Origin: English/Welsh patronymic

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#646
Total SSA Count
429
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Robin Rank #809
Davis Rank #646

Davis is more popular, ranked #646 vs #809 for Robin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Robin or Davis more popular?

Davis is more popular, ranked #646 compared to Robin at #809 in the United States.

What do Robin and Davis mean?

Robin means "bright fame" (Germanic origin). Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin).

Are Robin and Davis boy or girl names?

Robin is primarily a boy name. Davis is primarily a boy name.

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