Boby
boy nameBoby entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #1354 in 1935, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#1354
peak (1935)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4168 |
| 1920s | #3266 |
| 1930s | #1880 |
| 1940s | #2350 |
| 1950s | #3608 |
| 1960s | #3940 |
| 1970s | #5345 |
| 1980s | #6221 |
| 1990s | #8117 |
| 2000s | #11356 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Boby are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Boby alive today was born around 1937, making them about 88 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Boby in 2025?
- Boby is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Boby most popular?
- Boby peaked in 1935, reaching #1354 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Boby with classmates?
- Boby will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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