Toby

Boy's name

Toby is a diminutive of Tobias, derived from the Hebrew name Toviyah, meaning "God is good."

Meaning God is good
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 194 Falling
Peak year 1975

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Toby Keith - Country music singer
  • Toby Jones - Actor in "The Hunger Games"
  • Toby Alderweireld - Professional soccer player
  • Toby Regbo - Actor in "Reign" and "Fantastic Beasts"
  • Toby Kebbell - Actor in "Dawn of the Planet of the Apes"
  • Toby Flood - Former professional rugby player
  • Toby Stephens - Actor in "Black Sails" and "Lost in Space"
  • Toby Anstis - British radio and TV presenter
  • Toby Greene - Australian rules footballer
  • Toby Gerhart - Former NFL running back

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