3 ms·Wholesome read. I didn't know that Robin comes from Robertson. So Robinson is Robertgrandson.by anoncow 2y agoWholesome read. I didn't know that Robin comes from Robertson. So Robinson is Robertgrandson.SamBam 2y agoIt just said Robin used to be a nickname for Robert, so Robinson (or Robins) is basically the same as Robertson (or Roberts).wrboyce 2y agoYou know, I've always wondered what the Dickinsons were up to… I much prefer this explanation!