Tovia Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTOH-vee-uh / ˈtoʊ.vi.əHebrew
Meaning
God is good
Historical & Cultural Background
Tovia is a Hebrew name derived from the root word 'tov,' meaning good. It is often associated with positive attributes and blessings. The name has been used in various Jewish communities and reflects a connection to faith and spirituality.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tobiah
- Tobias
International Variants
- Tobías (Spanish)
- Tobiah (English)
Famous people named Tovia
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Fictional characters named Tovia
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tovia was first seen in the United States in 1958. Tovia has ranked as high as #1349 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Tovia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tovia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 13 |