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Robinson vs Johnson

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
Johnson Rank #3,553

Robinson is more popular, ranked #3539 vs #3553 for Johnson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Robinson or Johnson more popular?

Robinson is more popular, ranked #3539 compared to Johnson at #3553 in the United States.

What do Robinson and Johnson mean?

Robinson means "son of Robin, son of Robert" (English origin). Johnson means "son of John" (English origin).

Are Robinson and Johnson boy or girl names?

Robinson is primarily a boy name. Johnson is primarily a boy name.

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