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Josh vs Coby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Coby

Boy #1,590 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who replaces another"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,590
Total SSA Count
108
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Josh Rank #1,742
Coby Rank #1,590

Coby is more popular, ranked #1590 vs #1742 for Josh.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Josh or Coby more popular?

Coby is more popular, ranked #1590 compared to Josh at #1742 in the United States.

What do Josh and Coby mean?

Josh means "God is salvation" (Hebrew origin). Coby means "supplanter, one who replaces another" (Hebrew origin).

Are Josh and Coby boy or girl names?

Josh is primarily a boy name. Coby is primarily a boy name.

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