Tobby
boy nameTobby entered the US charts in 1956, peaked at #1546 in 1977, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1956–2025
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rank today
#1546
peak (1977)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3303 |
| 1960s | #3049 |
| 1970s | #2032 |
| 1980s | #4754 |
| 1990s | #7233 |
| 2000s | #9632 |
| 2010s | #12086 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Tobby are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tobby alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tobby in 2025?
- Tobby is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tobby most popular?
- Tobby peaked in 1977, reaching #1546 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tobby with classmates?
- Tobby will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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