Hobbs
Pronunciation: [ h-AHBZ ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Hobbs first appeared in US Social Security records in 2013.
Over 24 babies have been named Hobbs in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hobbs is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #33,935 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,935
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Old Norse via Middle English origin
"a plaything, a source of joy"
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French origin
"root, foundation"
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Scottish Gaelic origin
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Latin origin
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Old English origin
"western land, western meadow"
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About the Name Hobbs
Hobbs is a boy name .
Hobbs is currently ranked #33,935 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hobbs include Hob, Hoy, and Hobie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis