Toby is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #3348 in 1998 with 37 recorded births. This places Toby in the top 20% of ranked US girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 101 births ranking #1923. In 1998, approximately 1 in every 47,754 girls born was named Toby. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Toby is a friendly classic short form that usually carries the meaning God is good through Tobias. It feels approachable, kind, and easy to like.
The name has long stood comfortably on its own as well as serving as a nickname. Its lasting appeal comes from being cheerful without feeling flimsy.