Tobey

Unisex

Tobey has been given to 2,456 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It peaked in 1975.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

2,456

Peak year

1975 (106 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1914

10-year trend

▼ -67%

Gender split

31% girls / 69% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Tobey — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Tobyboy

43,233 babies since 1882

Toneyboy

6,610 babies since 1880

Toreyunisex

4,394 babies since 1953

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Lanellgirl

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Cleopatragirl

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Rosiogirl

2,493 babies since 1963

Shonagirl

2,414 babies since 1943

Larhondagirl

2,509 babies since 1951

Templeunisex

2,396 babies since 1884

Melainegirl

2,396 babies since 1925

FAQ

How popular is the name Tobey?

Tobey has been given to 2,456 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Tobey peak?

Tobey peaked in 1975, when 106 babies were given the name.

Is Tobey a girl or boy name?

Tobey is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.

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