This diminutive first name of Robert is part of the popular medieval trend among future parents

According to the authors of the book L’Officiel des Prénoms (First Editions), certain themes are trendy when it comes to choosing a baby’s first name. If the wave of retro first names has not escaped you, know that there are also other fashionable styles such as short first names (1 to 2 syllables, 4 to 6 letters), Celtic and Irish first names, first names of biblical source (Old Testament), first names from different mythologies and medieval first names.

Medieval first names still in vogue

According to the experts at the Official First Names, without having disappeared, medieval first names are somewhat eclipsed by the renaissance of retro (Arthur, Jules, Léo, etc.). As for the glory of Gabriel, Raphael, Adam and Noah, it confirms the vitality of the first names of the Old Testament.

Here is a small list of medieval first names that might appeal to you: Aloys, Amaury, Ambroise, Amédée, Anastase, Archambault, Arnaud, Arthur, Augustin, Aurèle, Aymeric, Béranger, Bertrand, Clément, Clotaire, Clovis, Édouard, Enguerrand, Étienne, Eudes, Fulbert, Gautier, Geoffroy, Ghislain, Grégoire, Guillaume, Hugues, Léon, Lothaire, Louis, Perceval, Raoul, Roland, Théobald, Thibaut, Tristan.

Doctissimo has selected a perfect medieval first name for honest little boys.

Robin, a first name that stands the test of time

The name Robin means “brilliant” and “glory” in the Germanic language. This diminutive form of Robert is attested in France in the Middle Ages, but it met with much more success in England. It was already widespread there in the 15th century, when popular tales and ballads broadcast the exploits of Robin Hood, the famous brigand defender of the poor. At the beginning of the 20th century, Robin was reborn in the United Kingdom and the United States, where it also spread among women. It was for men that it took off in France in the 1980s, reaching its peak at 37th national rank in 2013.

There are several variations of this first name: Roban, Robyn.

In terms of character, young Robins need to feel safe and evolve in a structured environment. Perseverant, efficient and honest, they are greatly appreciated by those around them.

In France, there are already more than 50,000 Robins and this first name is one of the top 50 most popular first names. In Belgium too, he had his hour of glory, positioning himself No. 15 in the Walloon top in 2020. Since then, he has continued his journey with discretion. This first name will therefore be perfect for future parents who want an international first name for their future child.

Slide: Top 20 medieval names for boys