Coby

Coby is an English diminutive of the biblical name Jacob (in English Jacob), which has its origin in the ancient Hebrew name Jaʿakow (יַעֲקֹב). However, the exact meaning of this name is not conclusively clarified. It can be interpreted as either 'God may protect' or 'the heel holder.'

What does the name Coby mean?

Coby, as a gender-neutral diminutive of the biblical Jacob (Jacob), derives from the ancient Hebrew Jaʿakow (יַעֲקֹב), whose meaning is not definitively established. The name can be understood as 'God may protect' or 'the heel holder.' Further information about the origins can be found on the page for the name Jacob. Coby is particularly common in English-speaking regions, especially in North America. A prominent example of this name is the American actor Coby Bell. Related spellings include Cobie, Kobe, Kobi, and Koby.

Where does the name Coby come from?

As a variant of Jacob, the name Coby also originates from the Hebrew Jaʿakow (יַעֲקֹב). In ancient Hebrew, this can be interpreted as a complete sentence for 'God protects' or 'God may protect.' Additionally, the name is folk-etymologically associated with the Hebrew term 'akow' for 'to hold the heel' (derived from 'akew' for 'heel'). The ancient Hebrew

How do you pronounce Coby?

The pronunciation of the name Coby is two syllables and has a relaxed sound. It is pronounced as 'Co-by' [ˈkoːbi] or [ˈkəʊ̯bi] and begins with a rounded O sound. The bright I at the end gives the name a lightness, while the gentle internal structure radiates harmony. Coby feels modern and youthful – friendly, open, and uncomplicated.

When is the name day of Coby?

The most significant name days for Coby are May 3 (James the Less), July 25 (James the Greater), and October 6 (Patriarch Jacob).

Popularity

In Germany, Coby is among the popular first names and currently ranks 2,308th in the list of the most common male first names. Its highest ranking was achieved in 2020 at 1,831st place. In the last ten years, Coby has been given as a first name about 90 times, which places it at 2,623rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,027th.

Nicknames & pet names

Coco / Cocy

Famous people

• Coby Bell (actor)
• Coby Connell (actor from Australia)
• Coby Dietrick (American basketball player)
• Coby Karl (American basketball player)
• Coby Linder (American musician)
• Coby Miller (American sprinter)
• Coby Rhinehart (American football player)
• Coby Ryan McLaughlin (American actor)
• Coby Sikkens (Dutch swimmer)
• Coby van Baalen (equestrian from the Netherlands)
• Coby Whitmore (American illustrator)