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Data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024

Roby — Meaning, Origin & Popularity | Namesake
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Robson|Robyn
CelticBoy→ Stable

Roby

ROH-bee · 2 syllables

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Boy

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #8135 in 2023

Peak: #8135 in 2023

→ Stable

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #8135 in 2023

Peak: #8135 in 2023

5yr change
—
Birth frequency
2.8 per 1,000,000 births
Sex split
100% boy · 0% girl

Popularity Over Time

↑ Higher on this chart = more popular · ↓ Lower = less popular

Average0255075100Popularity score (0–100)20202023

Rank #8135 · Rising since 2020

This name is given to very few babies each year — it sits outside the range shown in these charts.

Namesake Score
42
Higher than 42% of names
Combines uniqueness, trend, meaning, feasibility, and search interest.
Trend
→ Stable
Based on SSA rank velocity
Feasibility
Limited
.com taken · — · clear
Low friction, available
Uniqueness
45
Won't be common in class

Roby scores lower overall — it's a well-known name in this region.

Meaning Depth37% of score
60
Name Trend28% of score
55
Uniqueness20% of score
45
Feasibility15% of score
50

Scores are percentile-ranked across 43,000+ names.

Name DNA
NatureUnisex-leaning-boy2-syllableGermanic rootBird symbolismNickname styleCasualApproachableRising
Character
bright public presence
People with this name

Qualities shared by notable Robys

musicalversatileenduringinnovativecollaborative
STRONG
High confidence

Roby is a Celtic boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Trend:→ Stable
Feasibility:.com taken · — · clear
Popularity:—
Roby at a Glance
Meaning:Short form of Robert, from Germanic roots meaning 'bright fame'. Also associated with robin redbreast, the bird symbol of winter and renewal.
Language root:Middle English · Old Norse
Peak rank:#8135 in 2023
5yr change:—
Sex usage:100% boy · 0% girl
Notable bearers
Roby Facchinetti
Musician
Roby Baggio
Football player
Similar Sound
Rory◈RockyRobin◈Robbie◈Roly
Similar Style
Toby◈Cody◈BrodyJody◈Levi
Works well with
IvyHazelWren◈StellaJasper◈OliverFinn◈
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→ Stable
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→ Stable
Source: Social Security Administration baby names data. Popularity data reflects US births. Feasibility data updated monthly.
Name Intelligence
Roby · Overview
Summary

Roby is a Celtic boy name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Strengths
Nature · Modern character
Roby carries a grounded, playful quality that makes it distinctive without being invented.
Considerations
Domain taken
roby.com is not available. Alternative TLDs may work.
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Data source:Social Security Administration
Coverage:US births 1879–2024
Updated:January 2025
ISR:Refreshes monthly
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