Koby Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Koby is a Hebrew name derived from 'Yaakov', meaning 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel'. It has evolved from its biblical roots through various forms into a modern name. Koby is often seen as trendy and youthful, with limited biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in recent decades and has various common variants.
The name Koby is most popular in Idaho, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Koby has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Koby' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4970th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2574th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1565th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 794th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1750th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 16521st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19950th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16778th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Koby' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Koby"
Pronunciation
/ˈkoʊbi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Koby is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yaakov' (Jacob), which means 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel'. It is often considered a diminutive form of the name Jacob.
Meaning
supplanter, holder of the heel
Language Evolution
Yaakov (Hebrew), Jacob (English), Koby (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Koby has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in the late 20th century, as a unique and contemporary variant of Jacob.
Variants & Derivatives
Kobe, Coby, Jacob, Yaakov
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Koby is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with youthfulness and creativity.
Famous People
Koby Altman, an American basketball executive, Koby K. F. K. P. D. M. S., a fictional character in various media
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Koby"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Koby"
"Koby" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4970th of 7552 | 34 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2574th of 10718 | 231 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1565th of 16616 | 804 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 794th of 24088 | 3,808 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1750th of 23106 | 1,092 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 16521st of 19264 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19950th of 35406 | 40 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 16778th of 30306 | 42 |
Regional Popularity of "Koby" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
50.88% 1790th/3518 |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
59.17% 2648th/4475 |
24.12% 1253rd/5194 |
35.41% 2237th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.02% 780th/4582 |
26.61% 1374th/5164 |
10.41% 761st/7313 |
10.64% 794th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.47% 1652nd/3984 |
44.06% 1977th/4487 |
25.21% 1720th/6822 |
36.09% 2265th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Koby" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Koby"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Koby" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.