Meaning, origin, history
Tobey is a boy's name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is good." It is derived from the Hebrew name Toviy, which in turn comes from the Hebrew word tov, meaning "good." In the Bible, Tobit is the father of Tobias, who is the protagonist of the Book of Tobit. The name Tobey has gained popularity in recent years, likely due to its similarity to other popular names like Toby and Toby Maguire, an American actor known for his role as Spider-Man in the Sam Raimi trilogy.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Tobey since 1880
Total births
758
Total since 1880
Peak year
1975
53 births
in 2005
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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