Toby is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #3371 in 1999 with 38 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 101 births ranking #1923. In 1999, approximately 1 in every 46,678 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.