Holding steady.
Popularity of Robley since 1908
Babies named Robley per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1945, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Robley's real moment was 1908.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 17 |
| 1910s | 58 |
| 1920s | 54 |
| 1930s | 75 |
| 1940s | 69 |
| 1950s | 57 |
| 1960s | 26 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Robley is a rare given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1908, which also marks its peak year of usage. Since then, its use has been negligible, with the name maintaining a stable but extremely low trajectory. While no current ranking or 1-in-N frequency is available, the name's scarcity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon vintage option. The top states associated with its early use are not recorded, but the name's English roots suggest a traditional Anglo-American context. As an obscure relic of early 20th-century naming, Robley offers a quiet alternative to more familiar classics.
The origin of Robley is unclear. It may have developed as a pet form of Robert, via Rob, combined with the diminutive suffix -ley. Alternatively, it could be a transferred use of the English surname Robley, which is derived from a place name meaning 'wood clearing' in Old English. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since the early 20th century, with no widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rob
Sibling names for Robley
Names that share Robley's style, for a brother or sister.
