Robin is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #175 in 2018 with 303 recorded births. This places Robin in the top 3% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 485 births ranking #109. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 88.2%. In 2018, approximately 1 in every 1,032 boys born was named Robin. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Robin is a familiar name with a long history as both a bird name association and a short form of Robert. Its older root carries the idea of bright fame.
The name has been used for both sexes for generations and remains attractive because it feels gentle but not flimsy. The bird association strengthens its warmth in modern use.