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Koby vs Yechiel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koby

Boy #2,066 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,066
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Koby Rank #2,066
Yechiel Rank #1,978

Yechiel is more popular, ranked #1978 vs #2066 for Koby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koby or Yechiel more popular?

Yechiel is more popular, ranked #1978 compared to Koby at #2066 in the United States.

What do Koby and Yechiel mean?

Koby means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Yechiel means "God will live, may God live" (Hebrew origin).

Are Koby and Yechiel boy or girl names?

Koby is primarily a boy name. Yechiel is primarily a boy name.

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