Name comparison
John vs Robert
John is the more common of the two, with roughly 3.2x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | John | Robert |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 7,900,000 | 2,470,602 |
| Global rank | #4 | #5 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,013 | 1 in 3,238 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,626,987 | 2,470,602 |
How they differ
John has approximately 7.9M living bearers compared to 2.5M for Robert - a ratio of about 3.2x.
John originates from Hebrew (Yochanan - 'graced by God'). Robert originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is John or Robert more popular?
John is more popular worldwide, with approximately 7,900,000 estimated living bearers compared to 2,470,602 for Robert. That is roughly 3.2x more bearers of John.
What is the difference in origin between John and Robert?
John originates from Hebrew. Robert originates from unknown sources.
Are John and Robert used for the same gender?
Both John and Robert are predominantly used as male names.
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