Cobie Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KOH-bee //ˈkoʊ.bi//
Origin: English; Dutch
Meaning: English: Diminutive of Jacob; Dutch: From the name Jacobus
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cobie is derived from the name Jacob, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Ya'aqov (יעקב), meaning "supplanter" or "holder of the heel." The name Ya'aqov appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of the patriarch Jacob, who is a significant figure in the Old Testament, known for his twelve sons who became the founders of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name transitioned into Greek as Iakobos and later into Latin as Jacobus.
From Latin, it made its way into Old French as Jacque, which eventually influenced the development of various forms in English, including Jacob and its diminutive forms. The name Jacob has been widely used throughout history, with notable figures such as Jacob of the Old Testament and various saints bearing the name.
The King James Bible, published in 1611, prominently features the name Jacob, further solidifying its presence in English-speaking cultures. The name has also been borne by several monarchs and historical figures, contributing to its enduring legacy.
Culturally, the name Cobie, as a diminutive or variant of Jacob, carries connotations of strength and resilience, reflecting the biblical Jacob's complex character and significant role in religious narratives. The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often symbolizing a connection to heritage and tradition.
The use of diminutive forms like Cobie can evoke a sense of familiarity and affection, which has helped maintain its relevance through the centuries.
Famous people named Cobie
In this section, you will find notable people named Cobie. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Cobie who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Cobie Smulders is an actress best known for How I Met Your Mother, The Avengers, and Stumptown.
Cobie Callait is a singer-songwriter best known for her songs Bubbly, Brighter Than Sunshine, and Realize.
Fictional characters named Cobie
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Cobie Smulders is a fictional character from the TV series How I Met Your Mother. She is a main character known for her role as Robin Scherbatsky, a Canadian journalist and one of Ted's love interests.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Cobie. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cobie was first seen in the United States in 1972.
Cobie has ranked as high as #6391 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Cobie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Cobie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Cobie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Cobie.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2024 | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| 2023 | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| 2022 | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| 2021 | 32 | 9 | 23 |
| 2020 | 34 | 8 | 26 |
| 2019 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 2018 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2017 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| 2016 | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| 2015 | 41 | 11 | 30 |
| 2014 | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| 2013 | 32 | 11 | 21 |
| 2012 | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| 2011 | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| 2010 | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| 2009 | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| 2008 | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| 2006 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 2005 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2004 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2003 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 2002 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 2001 | 37 | 37 | 0 |
| 2000 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 1999 | 32 | 26 | 6 |
| 1998 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 1997 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1996 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1995 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1994 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1993 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1991 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1990 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1977 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1972 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Top States for Cobie (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |