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Harold 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

Harold Rank #991
Toby Rank #1,106

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 vs #1106 for Toby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harold or Toby more popular?

Harold is more popular, ranked #991 compared to Toby at #1106 in the United States.

What do Harold and Toby mean?

Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin). Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin).

Are Harold and Toby boy or girl names?

Harold is primarily a boy name. Toby is primarily a boy name.

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