How popular is the name Tobe in 2025?

Tobe is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Tobe most popular?

Tobe peaked in 1881, reaching #431 among US boy names.

Tobe will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Tobe entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #431 in 1881, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#431

peak (1881)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 300 people named Tobe are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Tobe alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Tobe in 2025?: Tobe is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Tobe most popular?: Tobe peaked in 1881, reaching #431 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Tobe with classmates?: Tobe will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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