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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Supplanter
- Origin
- Hebrew (via Jacob)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KOH-bee
Coby is a clean, modern boy's name with Hebrew roots, arriving as a form of Jacob and carrying the meaning "supplanter." It's typically said KOH-bee (IPA /ˈkoʊbi/), giving it a short, easy-to-say feel. If you're drawn to names that are pared-down and low-frills, Coby fits that lane.
Meaning & Origin of Coby
Meaning: Supplanter.
Origin: Hebrew (via Jacob).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Coby
KOH-beeIPA /ˈkoʊbi/
Popularity of Coby
Coby had its moment in 2001, when 516 baby boys were given the name and it ranked #462 nationally. By 2024 it had faded to #1590, with just 108 boys named Coby that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Coby mean?
Supplanter. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Coby?
Coby is pronounced KOH-bee (IPA: /ˈkoʊbi/).
Is Coby a popular name right now?
Coby peaked at #462 in 2001 and is ranked #1590 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1941–2024.)
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