Tobi Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTOH-bee / /ˈtoʊ.bi/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is good; English: short form of Tobias
Historical & Cultural Background
Tobi is often considered a diminutive of Tobias, which has roots in Hebrew culture. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures and languages. It has gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a standalone name. Tobi is also associated with positive connotations due to its meaning.
Trend Summary
Tobi has seen a steady rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tobias
- Toby
International Variants
- Tobías (Spanish)
- Tobiah (Hebrew)
- Tobias (German)
- Tobiasz (Polish)
Famous people named Tobi
Tobi Vail is an American musician known for her work with the punk band Bikini Kill.
Tobi Amusan is a Nigerian athlete who gained recognition for her achievements in track and field.
Tobi Bakare is a British actor known for his role in the television series 'Death in Paradise.'.
Tobi Lutke is a Canadian entrepreneur, co-founder and CEO of Shopify.
Fictional characters named Tobi
Tobi is a character in the anime and manga series 'Naruto,' known for his mysterious persona.
Tobi is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda,' appearing in various forms throughout the franchise.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tobi was first seen in the United States in 1966. Tobi has ranked as high as #1340 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Tobi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tobi (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 24 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 36 |
| 2024 | 26 |