Hoby
boy nameHoby entered the US charts in 1958, peaked at #1420 in 1958, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1958–2025
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rank today
#1420
peak (1958)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #1766 |
| 1960s | #3133 |
| 1990s | #8117 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hoby are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hoby alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hoby in 2025?
- Hoby is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hoby most popular?
- Hoby peaked in 1958, reaching #1420 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hoby with classmates?
- Hoby will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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