Kolby vs Toby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kolby

Boy #1,272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark settlement, coal town"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,272
Total SSA Count
155
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Kolby Rank #1,272
Toby Rank #1,106

Toby is more popular, ranked #1106 vs #1272 for Kolby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kolby or Toby more popular?

Toby is more popular, ranked #1106 compared to Kolby at #1272 in the United States.

What do Kolby and Toby mean?

Kolby means "dark settlement, coal town" (Old Norse origin). Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kolby and Toby boy or girl names?

Kolby is primarily a boy name. Toby is primarily a boy name.

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