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Coby Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Coby

"A male given name."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2001 👥 9,778 in US
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Meaning
A male given name.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
9,778
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Coby Mean?

Coby or Koby is a male and female name, a surname, or a nickname originating from the name "Jacob" or "Jakob".

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

Coby or Koby is a male and female name, a surname, or a nickname originating from the name "Jacob" or "Jakob".…

Root Element
Coby
Core Meaning
"A male given name."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Coby

C 3
O 6
B 2
Y 7
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
3
Personality
Creativity & Expression

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male96%
♀ Female4%

Based on 9,778 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 9,778
Peak year 2001 (522)
First recorded 1941
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Coby" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A male given name.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~9,778 people named Coby in the US. Peaked in 2001 with 522 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Coby?

The Life Path number for Coby is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 3.

Is Coby a boy or girl name?

Coby is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 96% male and 4% female.

How many people are named Coby in the US?

Approximately 9,778 people in the United States are named Coby. The name peaked in 2001 with 522 recorded uses.

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