Tobenna Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtoh-BEN-ah / təˈbɛnəIgbo; English
Meaning
God's goodness (Igbo); variant of Tobin (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Igbo culture, Tobenna is a name that reflects a deep spiritual connection, emphasizing the importance of divine goodness. The name is often given to express gratitude for blessings. In English contexts, it may be seen as a variant of Tobin, which has its own roots in Hebrew, meaning 'God is good'.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Tobyn
- Tobin
International Variants
- Tobias (Greek)
- Tobiasz (Polish)
Famous people named Tobenna
Tobenna Okeke — Nigerian footballer.
Fictional characters named Tobenna
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tobenna was first seen in the United States in 1999. Tobenna has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Tobenna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tobenna (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 12 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 11 |