Tobey
Tobey is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is good.
Origin and history
Tobey is an English diminutive or spelling variation of Tobias or Tobiah, which derives from the Hebrew name meaning 'God is good'. Historically used as a given name, it gained broader modern recognition in the early 2000s. In the U.S., it remains a relatively rare choices for boys, maintaining a friendly, familiar sound.
Popularity in the United States
1,698 babies in the United States have been named Tobey since 1880. It ranks #3083 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1868.
States where it is most popular
- CA (53.7 %)
- TX (25.9 %)
- NY (12.9 %)
- ME (4.1 %)
- FL (3.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 59 |
| 1950-1960 | 103 |
| 1960-1970 | 150 |
| 1970-1980 | 375 |
| 1980-1990 | 144 |
| 1990-2000 | 112 |
| 2000-2010 | 495 |
| 2010-2019 | 196 |
| 2020-2029 | 59 |
Famous people named Tobey
- Tobey Maguire: Actor, Producer
Fun facts
- Tobey is an alternative spelling of the traditional name Toby, both originating from Tobias.
- The name gained widespread cultural visibility through actor Tobey Maguire's starring role in the Spider-Man film trilogy.