Cobey
Cobey is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Supplanter; modern variant of Coby or derivative of an English surname.
Origin and history
Cobey is a modern English name, used both as a spelling variant of Coby (a diminutive of Jacob) and as a transfer from an English surname. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare choice for boys. Its familiarity is bolstered by similar-sounding classic and contemporary names like Coby and Colby.
Popularity in the United States
682 babies in the United States have been named Cobey since 1880. It ranks #3994 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1899.
States where it is most popular
- TX (66 %)
- CA (34 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 70 |
| 1980-1990 | 30 |
| 1990-2000 | 170 |
| 2000-2010 | 280 |
| 2010-2019 | 104 |
| 2020-2029 | 28 |
Fun facts
- When derived as a variant of Coby, it ultimately traces back to the biblical Hebrew name Jacob, meaning 'supplanter'.
- The spelling with an 'e' gives it a slightly more distinct look compared to the more common Coby or Koby.