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Toby vs Emrys

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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Emrys

Boy #1,144 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"immortal, not mortal"

Origin: Greek via Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Celtic British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,144
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Toby Rank #1,106
Emrys Rank #1,144

Toby is more popular, ranked #1106 vs #1144 for Emrys.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Toby or Emrys more popular?

Toby is more popular, ranked #1106 compared to Emrys at #1144 in the United States.

What do Toby and Emrys mean?

Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin). Emrys means "immortal, not mortal" (Greek via Welsh origin).

Are Toby and Emrys boy or girl names?

Toby is primarily a boy name. Emrys is primarily a boy name.

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