Robinson vs Cary

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Robinson

Boy #3,539 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Robin, son of Robert"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,539
Total SSA Count
32
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Robinson Rank #3,539
Cary Rank #3,642

Robinson is more popular, ranked #3539 vs #3642 for Cary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Robinson or Cary more popular?

Robinson is more popular, ranked #3539 compared to Cary at #3642 in the United States.

What do Robinson and Cary mean?

Robinson means "son of Robin, son of Robert" (English origin). Cary means "pleasant stream" (Celtic origin).

Are Robinson and Cary boy or girl names?

Robinson is primarily a boy name. Cary is primarily a boy name.

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