Robin vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Robin

Boy #809 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright fame"

Origin: Germanic

English French Dutch American

24 High Risk

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Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American French

✓ All Clear

Robin Rank #809

Ray Rank #777

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 vs #809 for Robin.

Is Robin or Ray more popular?

Ray is more popular, ranked #777 compared to Robin at #809 in the United States.

What do Robin and Ray mean?

Robin means "bright fame" (Germanic origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Robin and Ray boy or girl names?

Robin is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.