Tobie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTOH-bee / /ˈtoʊ.bi/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is good; English: a diminutive form of Tobias
Historical & Cultural Background
Tobie is derived from the Hebrew name Tobias, which means 'God is good'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has a friendly and approachable sound, making it a popular choice for boys. Its usage has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years.
Trend Summary
Tobie has seen limited use in the U.S., with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tobias
- Toby
International Variants
- Tobías (Spanish)
- Tobiah (Hebrew)
- Tobiasz (Polish)
Famous people named Tobie
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Fictional characters named Tobie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tobie was first seen in the United States in 1886. Tobie has ranked as high as #1046 nationally, which occurred in 1973, and has been most popular in Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Tobie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tobie (1975)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1975 | 22 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |