Robin vs Jimmy

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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Jimmy

Boy #860 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows"

Origin: Hebrew via James/Jacob

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#860
Total SSA Count
282
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Robin Rank #809
Jimmy Rank #860

Robin is more popular, ranked #809 vs #860 for Jimmy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Robin or Jimmy more popular?

Robin is more popular, ranked #809 compared to Jimmy at #860 in the United States.

What do Robin and Jimmy mean?

Robin means "bright fame" (Germanic origin). Jimmy means "supplanter, one who follows" (Hebrew via James/Jacob origin).

Are Robin and Jimmy boy or girl names?

Robin is primarily a boy name. Jimmy is primarily a boy name.

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