Tobias Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtoh-BY-us / /təˈbaɪəs/Hebrew; Greek; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God is good'; Greek: 'the Lord is good'
Historical & Cultural Background
Tobias is derived from the Hebrew name Toviyah, which means 'God is good'. It has been used in various cultures, including Greek and Latin, often appearing in religious texts. The name is notably mentioned in the Book of Tobit in the Old Testament. It has been popular in Christian and Jewish communities throughout history.
Trend Summary
Tobias has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, ranking within the top 100 names in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Toby
- Tobiah
International Variants
- Tobías (Spanish)
- Tobiasz (Polish)
- Tobias (German)
- Tobias (Dutch)
Famous people named Tobias
Tobias Smollett was a Scottish novelist and playwright known for his works in the 18th century.
Tobias Forge is a Swedish musician and the lead vocalist of the band Ghost.
Tobias Harris is an American professional basketball player currently playing in the NBA.
Tobias Wolff is an American author known for his short stories and novels.
Fictional characters named Tobias
Tobias Eaton is a character in the 'Divergent' series by Veronica Roth, known for his role as a Dauntless leader.
Tobias the Owl is a character in the animated series 'The Owl House', serving as a guide to the protagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tobias was first seen in the United States in 1880. Tobias has ranked as high as #440 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Tobias has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tobias (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 112 | |
| CA | 90 | |
| FL | 67 | |
| OH | 60 | |
| PA | 45 | |
| WA | 43 | |
| NY | 42 | |
| MO | 39 | |
| IN | 38 | |
| MI | 37 | |
| TN | 37 | |
| NC | 36 | |
| OK | 34 | |
| IL | 33 | |
| GA | 31 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 7 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 8 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1889 | 10 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1901 | 8 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1906 | 8 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 20 |
| 1917 | 27 |
| 1918 | 23 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1920 | 21 |
| 1921 | 24 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1924 | 18 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1934 | 22 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 13 |
| 1940 | 18 |
| 1941 | 20 |
| 1942 | 18 |
| 1943 | 15 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1945 | 14 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 23 |
| 1950 | 27 |
| 1951 | 27 |
| 1952 | 28 |
| 1953 | 15 |
| 1954 | 15 |
| 1955 | 20 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 24 |
| 1958 | 30 |
| 1959 | 37 |
| 1960 | 45 |
| 1961 | 49 |
| 1962 | 43 |
| 1963 | 55 |
| 1964 | 47 |
| 1965 | 70 |
| 1966 | 51 |
| 1967 | 57 |
| 1968 | 58 |
| 1969 | 101 |
| 1970 | 142 |
| 1971 | 126 |
| 1972 | 140 |
| 1973 | 149 |
| 1974 | 212 |
| 1975 | 239 |
| 1976 | 277 |
| 1977 | 256 |
| 1978 | 282 |
| 1979 | 279 |
| 1980 | 246 |
| 1981 | 208 |
| 1982 | 194 |
| 1983 | 155 |
| 1984 | 144 |
| 1985 | 155 |
| 1986 | 173 |
| 1987 | 151 |
| 1988 | 186 |
| 1989 | 196 |
| 1990 | 199 |
| 1991 | 191 |
| 1992 | 163 |
| 1993 | 197 |
| 1994 | 186 |
| 1995 | 220 |
| 1996 | 203 |
| 1997 | 262 |
| 1998 | 317 |
| 1999 | 328 |
| 2000 | 340 |
| 2001 | 365 |
| 2002 | 427 |
| 2003 | 495 |
| 2004 | 492 |
| 2005 | 520 |
| 2006 | 552 |
| 2007 | 572 |
| 2008 | 507 |
| 2009 | 535 |
| 2010 | 495 |
| 2011 | 479 |
| 2012 | 520 |
| 2013 | 567 |
| 2014 | 742 |
| 2015 | 1,123 |
| 2016 | 1,523 |
| 2017 | 1,343 |
| 2018 | 1,294 |
| 2019 | 1,318 |
| 2020 | 1,292 |
| 2021 | 1,243 |
| 2022 | 1,260 |
| 2023 | 1,220 |
| 2024 | 1,210 |