Toby - girls name

Toby name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 47%

Toby name meaning:

The name Toby is typically considered a male name, originating from the Hebrew name Tobias, meaning "God is good." However, in recent years, Toby has also been used as a unisex name and can also be found as a nickname for girls named Tabitha or other names beginning with a "T." The name Toby can also be a shortened form of the name Tobiasina or Tobina, giving it a more feminine sound.

Despite its traditional male origins, Toby can be seen as a strong and versatile name for a girl, embodying qualities such as resilience, independence, and creativity. By choosing the name Toby for a girl, parents could be making a statement about breaking gender norms and embracing uniqueness and individuality. Ultimately, the meaning of the name Toby for a girl can be interpreted as a blend of traditional values and modern perspectives, making it a name that stands out and carries significance.

Origin: Hebrew

The Lord Is Good.

Categories

Unisex names

Other girls names beginning with T

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 2942 out of 5581

8 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    607
  • 5yrs

    -1022
  • 1yr

    -99

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

Historical popularity of Toby

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Toby from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Toby in 2024