Toby
girl name#1911 in 2025Toby entered the US charts in 1902, peaked at #525 in 1936, ranks #1911 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1902–2025
#1911
rank today
#525
peak (1936)
101
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1584 |
| 1910s | #1201 |
| 1920s | #1238 |
| 1930s | #803 |
| 1940s | #675 |
| 1950s | #1014 |
| 1960s | #1313 |
| 1970s | #1273 |
| 1980s | #2355 |
| 1990s | #3195 |
| 2000s | #2830 |
| 2010s | #2492 |
| 2020s | #2052 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Toby has been most popular in NY, NJ.
Living bearers
About 6,200 people named Toby are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Toby alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Toby in 2025?
- Toby ranks #1911 among US girl names in 2025, with 101 babies given the name.
- When was the name Toby most popular?
- Toby peaked in 1936, reaching #525 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Toby with classmates?
- Toby will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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