Gillis vs Rob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rob

Boy #19,807 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,807
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

54 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Gillis Rank #19,946
Rob Rank #19,807

Rob is more popular, ranked #19807 vs #19946 for Gillis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gillis ___

No pairings available yet.

Rob ___

  • Rob Ryan
  • Rob James
  • Rob Andrew
  • Rob Michael
  • Rob Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gillis

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If you choose Rob

Kate Sam Tom Beth Dan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gillis or Rob more popular?

Rob is more popular, ranked #19807 compared to Gillis at #19946 in the United States.

What do Gillis and Rob mean?

Rob means "bright fame" (Germanic origin).

Are Gillis and Rob boy or girl names?

Gillis is primarily a boy name. Rob is primarily a boy name.

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