Mary vs Robert
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Robert
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Bright fame
Peak: 1931 (5.66%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Robert |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | 2.04% |
| 1890 | 5.99% | 2.12% |
| 1900 | 5.26% | 2.36% |
| 1910 | 5.44% | 2.69% |
| 1920 | 5.71% | 4.42% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 5.16% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 4.59% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 3.34% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 3.00% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 1.85% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 1.34% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.66% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Robert more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Robert peaked in 1931.
What do Mary and Robert mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Robert means "Bright fame".