Robinson
Robinson is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Robin.
Origin and history
Robinson originated as an English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Robin.' As a given name in the United States, it offers a classic surname-as-first-name choice with historical literary ties to Robinson Crusoe. It remains a relatively rare but steady choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,921 babies in the United States have been named Robinson since 1880. It ranks #2392 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1713.
States where it is most popular
- NY (49.2 %)
- CA (20.6 %)
- FL (14.4 %)
- NJ (7.4 %)
- TX (3.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 7 |
| 1910-1920 | 90 |
| 1920-1930 | 108 |
| 1930-1940 | 99 |
| 1940-1950 | 89 |
| 1950-1960 | 133 |
| 1960-1970 | 193 |
| 1970-1980 | 234 |
| 1980-1990 | 387 |
| 1990-2000 | 449 |
| 2000-2010 | 398 |
| 2010-2019 | 520 |
| 2020-2029 | 214 |
Famous people named Robinson
- Robinson Canó: Baseball Player
Nicknames
Robin, Rob, Robbie
Fun facts
- The name is widely recognized globally through Daniel Defoe's 1719 novel, Robinson Crusoe.
- The name combines the diminutive Robin—itself derived from Robert—with the suffix '-son.'