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Eddie vs Toby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eddie

Boy #943 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune"

Origin: Old English (via Edward)

Cultural Roots

English American Irish British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#943
Total SSA Count
243
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Toby

Boy #1,106 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is good"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,106
Total SSA Count
194
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Eddie Rank #943
Toby Rank #1,106

Eddie is more popular, ranked #943 vs #1106 for Toby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eddie or Toby more popular?

Eddie is more popular, ranked #943 compared to Toby at #1106 in the United States.

What do Eddie and Toby mean?

Eddie means "wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune" (Old English (via Edward) origin). Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin).

Are Eddie and Toby boy or girl names?

Eddie is primarily a boy name. Toby is primarily a boy name.

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