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Toby vs Jethro

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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Jethro

Boy #1,082 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"his excellence, his preeminence"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Christian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,082
Total SSA Count
201
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Toby Rank #1,106
Jethro Rank #1,082

Jethro is more popular, ranked #1082 vs #1106 for Toby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Toby or Jethro more popular?

Jethro is more popular, ranked #1082 compared to Toby at #1106 in the United States.

What do Toby and Jethro mean?

Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin). Jethro means "his excellence, his preeminence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Toby and Jethro boy or girl names?

Toby is primarily a boy name. Jethro is primarily a boy name.

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