Robyn
Meaning: Little red-haired one; rowan tree
Origin: Irish/English (variant)
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #50
Total births: 9,510
History: Robyn peaked in the 1960s-70s with this distinctly Australian/British spelling. Robyn Archer is one of Australia's most important arts leaders. The 'y' spelling distinguishes Australian Robyns from the American Robin — a subtle but significant cultural marker.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1974) | #85 |
| Babies named Robyn in 1974 | 96 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 9,510 |
| Peak year | 1953 (753 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #6 |
| Years in records | 1952–1974 (23 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 37 spots |
Frequently asked about Robyn
What does the name Robyn mean?
Robyn means “Little red-haired one; rowan tree” from Irish/English (variant) roots.
What is the origin of the name Robyn?
Robyn has Irish/English (variant) origin. The traditional meaning is “Little red-haired one; rowan tree”.
How popular is Robyn in Australia?
Robyn ranked #85 in Australia in 1974 — given to 96 babies that year.
When was Robyn most popular?
Robyn peaked in 1953 with 753 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Robyn a boy or girl name?
Robyn is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Robyns in registered births are female.
Is the name Robyn rising or falling in popularity?
Robyn has fallen 37 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #48 in 1969 to #85 in 1974.
How long has Robyn been recorded in Australia?
Robyn appears in birth records in Australia across 23 years — from 1952 through 1974.