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Foster vs Toby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Foster Rank #1,077
Toby Rank #1,106

Foster is more popular, ranked #1077 vs #1106 for Toby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Foster or Toby more popular?

Foster is more popular, ranked #1077 compared to Toby at #1106 in the United States.

What do Foster and Toby mean?

Foster means "forest keeper, forester" (Old English origin). Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin).

Are Foster and Toby boy or girl names?

Foster is primarily a boy name. Toby is primarily a boy name.

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