Cobie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOH-bee / /ˈkoʊ.bi/Dutch; English
Meaning
Dutch: 'helper'; English: diminutive of Jacob
Historical & Cultural Background
Cobie is often considered a diminutive form of the name Jacob, which has biblical roots. In Dutch culture, it is used as a standalone name. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a unique choice for girls. Its usage reflects a trend towards gender-neutral and diminutive names.
Trend Summary
Cobie has seen a modest rise in popularity as a unique name choice in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kobie
- Coby
International Variants
- Kobie (Dutch)
- Coby (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cobie was first seen in the United States in 1972. Cobie has ranked as high as #1364 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Cobie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cobie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 15 |