Joby
girl nameJoby entered the US charts in 1956, peaked at #5191 in 1973, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1956–2025
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rank today
#5191
peak (1973)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5665 |
| 1960s | #6448 |
| 1970s | #7199 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Joby are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Joby alive today was born around 1970, making them about 55 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Joby in 2025?
- Joby is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Joby most popular?
- Joby peaked in 1973, reaching #5191 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Joby with classmates?
- Joby will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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