Kobie Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KOH-bee //ˈkoʊ.bi//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: 'supplanter'; English: diminutive of Jacob
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kobie is believed to be a variant of the name Jacob, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Ya'aqov (יַעֲקֹב), meaning "to follow" or "to supplant." This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, where Jacob is a significant patriarchal figure, the son of Isaac and Rebecca, and the father of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name was later adopted into Greek as Iakobos (Ἰάκωβος) and subsequently into Latin as Iacobus.
The Old French form, Jacque, contributed to the evolution of the name in English, where it became James and its various derivatives, including Jacob and its diminutive forms. The name Kobie likely emerged as a modern diminutive or variant of Jacob, gaining traction in the 20th century.
Its historical milestones are closely tied to the biblical Jacob, who is known for his complex narrative involving the ladder to heaven and his wrestling with an angel, events that have been interpreted in various religious and cultural contexts. The name Jacob has been borne by numerous saints and is prominent in Christian tradition, particularly through the King James Bible, which was published in 1611 and helped to solidify the name's significance in Western culture.
Culturally, the name Kobie may resonate with themes of perseverance and transformation, reflecting the biblical Jacob's journey and struggles. The name's connection to Jacob also imbues it with a sense of heritage and continuity, as Jacob is a foundational figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.
Variants like Kobe, which can also be derived from Jacob, further illustrate the name's adaptability across cultures and languages, maintaining its relevance through various historical and cultural lenses.
Famous people named Kobie
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Kobie Bryant is a former professional basketball player best known for his time with the Los Angeles Lakers, winning five NBA championships and earning two Olympic gold medals.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kobie was first seen in the United States in 1971.
Kobie has ranked as high as #2308 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Kobie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kobie 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 Kobie 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 Kobie.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| 2024 | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| 2023 | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| 2022 | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| 2021 | 36 | 12 | 24 |
| 2020 | 55 | 21 | 34 |
| 2019 | 44 | 30 | 14 |
| 2018 | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| 2017 | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| 2016 | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| 2015 | 34 | 26 | 8 |
| 2014 | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| 2013 | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| 2012 | 34 | 28 | 6 |
| 2011 | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| 2010 | 53 | 39 | 14 |
| 2009 | 41 | 33 | 8 |
| 2008 | 53 | 35 | 18 |
| 2007 | 57 | 51 | 6 |
| 2006 | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| 2005 | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| 2004 | 46 | 46 | 0 |
| 2003 | 78 | 69 | 9 |
| 2002 | 112 | 95 | 17 |
| 2001 | 109 | 83 | 26 |
| 2000 | 128 | 110 | 18 |
| 1999 | 102 | 91 | 11 |
| 1998 | 133 | 109 | 24 |
| 1997 | 68 | 60 | 8 |
| 1996 | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| 1995 | 27 | 22 | 5 |
| 1994 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1993 | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| 1991 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1990 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1987 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1984 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1980 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1979 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1978 | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| 1977 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1976 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1975 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1974 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1973 | 34 | 34 | 0 |
| 1972 | 37 | 37 | 0 |
| 1971 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
Top States for Kobie (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 |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |