Coby Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOH-bee / /ˈkoʊ.bi/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'supplanter'; English: diminutive of Jacob
Historical & Cultural Background
Coby is often considered a diminutive of the name Jacob, which has biblical origins. In Hebrew, Jacob means 'to supplant' or 'to follow.' The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It gained popularity in the late 20th century as a standalone name.
Trend Summary
Coby has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Koby
- Cobi
International Variants
- Cobi (Spanish)
- Koby (Polish)
Famous people named Coby
Coby Bell is an American actor known for his roles in television series such as 'Third Watch' and 'The Game.'.
Coby Karl is a former professional basketball player who played in the NBA.
Coby White is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Chicago Bulls.
Coby Jones is a retired American soccer player who had a successful career in Major League Soccer.
Fictional characters named Coby
Coby is a character in the anime and manga series 'One Piece,' known for his dream of becoming a Marine.
Coby is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' where he appears as a classmate of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Coby was first seen in the United States in 1941. Coby has ranked as high as #815 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Louisiana, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Coby has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Coby (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 10 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| CA | 8 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 14 |
| 1959 | 23 |
| 1960 | 15 |
| 1961 | 19 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1964 | 30 |
| 1965 | 23 |
| 1966 | 25 |
| 1967 | 32 |
| 1968 | 24 |
| 1969 | 55 |
| 1970 | 65 |
| 1971 | 77 |
| 1972 | 75 |
| 1973 | 94 |
| 1974 | 107 |
| 1975 | 95 |
| 1976 | 117 |
| 1977 | 90 |
| 1978 | 110 |
| 1979 | 100 |
| 1980 | 84 |
| 1981 | 75 |
| 1982 | 74 |
| 1983 | 79 |
| 1984 | 80 |
| 1985 | 91 |
| 1986 | 86 |
| 1987 | 92 |
| 1988 | 112 |
| 1989 | 109 |
| 1990 | 115 |
| 1991 | 126 |
| 1992 | 144 |
| 1993 | 137 |
| 1994 | 148 |
| 1995 | 174 |
| 1996 | 210 |
| 1997 | 219 |
| 1998 | 340 |
| 1999 | 330 |
| 2000 | 415 |
| 2001 | 516 |
| 2002 | 462 |
| 2003 | 394 |
| 2004 | 276 |
| 2005 | 256 |
| 2006 | 246 |
| 2007 | 236 |
| 2008 | 258 |
| 2009 | 193 |
| 2010 | 179 |
| 2011 | 169 |
| 2012 | 155 |
| 2013 | 149 |
| 2014 | 159 |
| 2015 | 125 |
| 2016 | 119 |
| 2017 | 105 |
| 2018 | 113 |
| 2019 | 137 |
| 2020 | 136 |
| 2021 | 133 |
| 2022 | 115 |
| 2023 | 119 |
| 2024 | 108 |