Tobey
boy name#8910 in 2025Tobey entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #1160 in 1975, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
#8910
rank today
#1160
peak (1975)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4347 |
| 1940s | #2945 |
| 1950s | #2775 |
| 1960s | #2244 |
| 1970s | #1513 |
| 1980s | #3580 |
| 1990s | #5140 |
| 2000s | #2564 |
| 2010s | #4885 |
| 2020s | #8066 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Tobey has been most popular in California.
Living bearers
About 1,600 people named Tobey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tobey alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tobey in 2025?
- Tobey ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tobey most popular?
- Tobey peaked in 1975, reaching #1160 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tobey with classmates?
- Tobey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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