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Yoruba · German

Tobi

Pronounced TOH-beeShare

Meaning: Great in Yoruba short forms; also a form of Tobias

  • Gender-neutral
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Yoruba Tobi is found in names such as Oluwatobi, “God is great”; the full name identifies what is great. German Tobi is a separate short form of Tobias.

Spellings & variants

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

  • Short
  • Strong
  • Works everywhere
  • Modern

Origins

Tobi comes from Yoruba and German.

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