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Coby

Coby is a unique boy’s name with powerful connotations. A diminutive of Jacob, Coby derives from the Hebrew Ya'aqov and later Latin Iacobus and means “supplanter,” “Yahweh (God) may protect,” and “holder of heel.” It is a strong name for baby and a great option if you want the potent meaning of Jacob without the confusion this popular name can bring on the playground.
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Meaning

Supplanter

Popularity

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Pronunciation

CO-bee

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Name Story

Traits

  • Confident
  • Charismatic
  • Ambitious
  • Charming

Compatibility

Coby pairs well with siblings as it is a strong and masculine name. It also works nicely as a middle name to balance out longer or more traditional first names. Culturally, Coby fits well in modern and trendy naming styles.

Confident Charismatic Ambitious Charming

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Coby Bell

Coby Bell

Actor

Born: May 11, 1975 · Orange County, California, USA

Portrait of Coby Ryan McLaughlin

Coby Ryan McLaughlin

Actor

Born: May 11, 1977 · Manhattan Beach, California, USA

Portrait of Coby Ryan McLaughlin

Coby Ryan McLaughlin

Actor

Born: May 11, 1979 · Manhattan Beach, California, USA

Portrait of Coby Ryan McLaughlin

Coby Ryan McLaughlin

Actor

Born: May 11, 1981 · Manhattan Beach, California, USA

Portrait of Coby Fleener

Coby Fleener

Athlete

Born: May 11, 1988 · Lemont, Illinois, USA

Portrait of Coby Smulders

Coby Smulders

Actress

Born: May 11, 1982 · Vancouver, Canada

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Lionhearted, brave as a lion
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Pure, holy
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God is my strength; heroine of God
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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Coby Original form
  • Kobi Hebrew
  • Коби Russian
  • 科比 Chinese
  • Japanese
  • Hindi
  • Korean
  • Persian
  • Georgian

Cultural Adaptations

  • コビー (Kobī) Japanese
  • कोबी (Kobī) Hindi
  • 코비 (Kobi) Korean
  • کوبی (Kobi) Persian
  • კობი (Kobi) Georgian

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Frequently Asked Questions about Coby

What does Coby mean?
Supplanter
What is the origin of Coby?
Coby has Hebrew origins.
Is Coby popular?
Coby has been viewed 89 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Coby?
Similar names include Leonardo, Agness, Harold, Melinda, Gabriela.
How do you pronounce Coby?
Coby is pronounced CO-bee.

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