Hobie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHOH-bee / ˈhoʊ.biEnglish; diminutive of Hobart
Meaning
English: bright; famous
Historical & Cultural Background
Hobie is often considered a diminutive of the name Hobart, which has Old Germanic roots. The name Hobart was historically used in England and has seen variations in spelling and pronunciation over time. It has gained popularity as a standalone name in recent years, particularly in the United States. The name carries a friendly and approachable connotation.
Trend Summary
Hobie has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hob
- Hobie
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hobie was first seen in the United States in 1955. Hobie has ranked as high as #1204 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Hobie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hobie (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 19 |