Toby Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Toby Name at a Glance

Name	Toby
Meaning	Diminutive of Tobias: The Lord is good.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Toby Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Toby means “Diminutive of Tobias: The Lord is good”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Toby Name Origin

Our database records Toby under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Toby a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Toby is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Toby

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