Tobias
Tobias: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /təˈbaɪəs/
Meaning and origin of Tobias
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
Derived from Ancient Greek Τωβίας (Tōbías), from Hebrew טוֹבִיָּה (toviyá, literally “my good is YHWH”).
How popular is Tobias?
Since 1880, 29,322 boys in the U.S. have been named Tobias. Its highest rank for boys was #246 in 2016. In 2025 it ranked #283 for boys, with 1,201 babies given the name.
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Tobias FAQ
What does the name Tobias mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. Derived from Ancient Greek Τωβίας (Tōbías), from Hebrew טוֹבִיָּה (toviyá, literally “my good is YHWH”).
What is the origin of the name Tobias?
Tobias is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Tobias?
Since 1880, 29,322 boys in the U.S. have been named Tobias. Its highest rank for boys was #246 in 2016. In 2025 it ranked #283 for boys, with 1,201 babies given the name.
Is Tobias a boy or girl name?
Tobias is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 29,322 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.