Origin and Meaning of Robbin

Bright fame; a variation of Robert

Origin: Germanic - Derived from the Old High German name 'Hrodebert', which is composed of the elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'berht' meaning 'bright'.

• Robbin is often considered a diminutive or variant of the name Robert, which has been popular across various cultures and eras.
• The name Robbin can be found in both masculine and feminine forms, often seen as unisex, especially in modern contexts.
• Notable bearers include Robbin McCormick, an American actor and producer, and Robbin Gibb, a member of the famous band Bee Gees.
• Robbin experienced varied popularity, notably rising in the mid-20th century but has seen a decline in recent years as naming trends shift.
• Related names include Robert, Roberta, Roberto, and diminutives like Robbie and Rob.