Robinette Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Robinette originates from Old French as a diminutive of Robert, meaning 'little Robert' or 'bright fame'. It evolved through forms like Robert and Robinet. The name carries traits of warmth and friendliness and has gained historical usage since the medieval period. It holds no biblical relevance and is often associated with positive modern perceptions.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Robinette"
Pronunciation
/ˌrɒbɪˈnɛt/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Robinette is derived from the Old French diminutive of Robert, which means 'bright fame' or 'famous one'. It combines the elements 'hrod', meaning fame, and 'beraht', meaning bright.
Meaning
little Robert, bright fame
Language Evolution
Robert, Robinet, Robinette
Historical Usage
Robinette gained popularity in the medieval period as a diminutive form of Robert, becoming more common in English-speaking countries during the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Robbie, Rob, Bob, Roberta
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Robinette is perceived as a charming and somewhat old-fashioned name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Robinette M. Smith, Robinette E. Scherer
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 33 peak births in 1963
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Virginia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Robinette"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Robinette"
"Robinette" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4783rd of 9107 | 59 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4711th of 9204 | 64 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2642nd of 12526 | 349 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3835th of 19264 | 262 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14676th of 27321 | 42 |
Regional Popularity of "Robinette" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Robinette" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
83.42% 2380th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Robinette"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Robinette" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Robinette" in the United States
The name Robinette is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Robinette has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Robinette' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4783rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4711th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2642nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3835th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14676th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Robinette' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.