| Meaning | God is good |
| Origin | Hebrew, English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Toby |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | To-by |
The name Toby, while traditionally recognized as masculine, has transcended its origins to embrace a unisex and even feminine identity in modern times. Derived from the Hebrew name Toviyyah, meaning "God is good" or "God is Yahweh," Toby carries a sense of positivity and divine favor.
In recent years, Toby has emerged as an intriguing choice for baby girls, capturing attention with its uniqueness and charm. The variations Tobie, Tobey, Tobin, Tobina, and Tobina provide flexibility, allowing parents to tailor the name to their preference.
Similar names like Ruby, Zoe, Lily, and Ivy reflect the contemporary appeal of Toby, offering alternatives with a similar sound. Common female nicknames like Tobi and Tobs provide a touch of familiarity and affection.
The name Toby also boasts a roster of famous and fictional female figures who have proudly borne the name, ranging from actresses to characters in literature and media.
Choosing Toby for your baby girl bestows upon her a name that transcends convention, exuding a sense of positivity and individuality that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
| Tobe |
| Tobes |
| TB |
| Tobi |
| Tobs |
| Toby Keith | American country singer |
| Toby Stephens | English actress |
| Toby Jones | English actress |
| Toby Regbo | English actress |
| Toby Wing | American actress |
| Toby Kebbell | English actress |
| Toby Wallace | Australian actress |
| Toby Sebastian | Spanish actress |
| Toby Hemingway | American actress |
| Toby Turner | American actress |
| Toby Gad | German actress |
| Toby Alderweireld | Belgian actress |
| Toby Anstis | English actress |
| Toby Fox | American actress |
| Toby Mott | British actress |
| Toby Sowery | English actress |
| Toby Allen | Australian actress |
| Toby Faroe | Canadian actress |
| Toby Johnson | American actress |
| Toby Amies | English actress |
| Toby Cavanaugh | Pretty Little Liars |
| Toby Daye | October Daye series by Seanan McGuire |
| Toby Kennish | Switched at Birth |
| Toby Domzalski | Trollhunters |
| Toby Nance | The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin |
| Toby Flenderson | The Office |
| Toby Penty | The Eagle Has Landed by Jack Higgins |
| Toby Curtis | Scorpion |
| Toby Brooks | Elementary |
| Toby Logan | The Listener |
| Toby Wong | Hard Boiled |
| Toby Muldoon | Sandman Slim series by Richard Kadrey |
| Toby Thompkins | NCIS |
| Toby Merriwether | Beyond the Western Sea by Avi |
| Toby Winthrop | In Her Shoes by Jennifer Weiner |
| Toby Ziegler | The West Wing |
| Toby Wilson | The Thundermans |
| Toby Young | Grange Hill |
| Toby Gilmore | This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen |
| Toby Solo | Orphan Black |