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Robyn

Girl name · 4,365 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Robyn: 4,365 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 195 births in 1994.

A unisex name with a gentle charm, Robyn is an English variant of Robin, which itself comes from the Germanic Robert, meaning "bright fame." The bird association—the robin redbreast—adds a nature-inspired appeal. Famous bearers include Swedish pop star Robyn, known for her hit "Dancing On My Own," and author Robyn Carr, writer of the Virgin River series. The name shares its root with the bird's name, which also appears in the iconic outlaw Robin Hood, though that spelling is more common. In Scotland, Robyn has been a steady choice for both boys and girls since the 1970s, often seen as a softer, more modern take on Robert.