Robyn
English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Robyn
Robyn is a modern spelling variant of Robin, which derives from the Old French name Robyn, a diminutive of Robert, ultimately from the Germanic elements "hrod" (fame) and "beraht" (bright).
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Etymology
Robyn is a modern spelling variant of Robin, which derives from the Old French name Robyn, a diminutive of Robert, ultimately from the Germanic elements "hrod" (fame) and "beraht" (bright). The name has been used across English-speaking cultures since the Middle Ages, with the spelling "Robyn" becoming increasingly common as a gender-neutral or feminine variant in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia.
Robyn currently ranks #1,441 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1964.
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