Robyn

Robyn is a unisex name of English origin meaning “bright famous one.” In 2024 it was given to 185 babies in the United States.

Robyn at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
English & American
Meaning
“bright famous one”

About the name Robyn

Robyn belongs to the English & American tradition. Its meaning — “bright famous one” — is the sense carried by its English roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Robyn first appears in Social Security records in 1921 and has been given to 64,443 babies since 1880, including 185 in 2024.

Robyn in US records

First recorded (US)
1921
Babies named Robyn in 2024
185
Total since 1880
64,443

Robyn in England & Wales records

First recorded (since 1996)
1996
Babies named Robyn in 2025
618
Total since 1996
15,232

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Robyn mean?

Robyn means “bright famous one” in its English roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Robyn a boy or girl name?

Robyn is a unisex name. In 2024, 185 babies received the name in the US.

What origin is the name Robyn?

Robyn comes from the English & American tradition.

How popular is the name Robyn?

Robyn is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1921 and has been given to 64,443 babies since 1880.

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