Robin vs Tilly

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Robin

Girl #798 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame, shining fame"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American French Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#798
Total SSA Count
351
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rob

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Tilly

Girl #952 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength in battle"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Australian Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#952
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Til, Tillie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Robin Rank #798
Tilly Rank #952

Robin is more popular, ranked #798 vs #952 for Tilly.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Robin ___

  • Robin Anne
  • Robin Grace
  • Robin Lynn
  • Robin Marie
  • Robin Jean
  • Robin Claire

Tilly ___

  • Tilly Rose
  • Tilly Mae
  • Tilly Jane
  • Tilly Grace
  • Tilly Anne
  • Tilly Blythe

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Robin

Wren Finch Jay Sterling Holly

If you choose Tilly

Mabel Elsie Bertie Archie Hazel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Robin or Tilly more popular?

Robin is more popular, ranked #798 compared to Tilly at #952 in the United States.

What do Robin and Tilly mean?

Robin means "bright fame, shining fame" (Germanic origin). Tilly means "strength in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Robin and Tilly boy or girl names?

Robin is primarily a girl name. Tilly is primarily a girl name.

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