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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Tobie

God is good

Pronunciation: /ˈtoʊbi.ə/, /ˈtɒ.bi.əs/ (Biblical) (/toˈbi.a/ (Hebrew), /ˈθob.i.as/ (Greek), /təˈbi.əs/ (Latin), /ˈtoʊ.bi.əs/ (English))

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 70
Meaning
God is good
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
11
Lucky Day
Monday
Lucky Stone
Jade
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
70
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: GreenBlue

What does Tobie mean?

From the Hebrew Tobiah, meaning 'God is good'. This name is used in the Old Testament and appears in the Bible books of Nehemiah and Tobit. The story of Tobit tells of the angel Raphael, who helps Tobie recover his sight and find true love.

Tobie in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
תוביה
God is good
Greek
Θωβίας
God is good
Latin
Tobias
God is good
English
Tobie
God is good

How to pronounce Tobie

English pronunciation
/ˈtoʊbi.ə/, /ˈtɒ.bi.əs/ (Biblical)
IPA notation
/toˈbi.a/ (Hebrew), /ˈθob.i.as/ (Greek), /təˈbi.əs/ (Latin), /ˈtoʊ.bi.əs/ (English)

Numerology & personality

Expressive, creative, and socially motivated, threes are natural communicators. They are often charming, artistic, and love beautiful things. Threes are also very generous and emotional.

Associated Traits
KindLoyalC = Courageous

Spiritual & cultural context

A reminder of the goodness and grace of God.

The name Tobie carries a rich cultural heritage through its biblical origins. It is a representation of the Hebrew people, their language, and their ancient traditions. The presence of the name in the Bible also connects it to Christianity, as it is featured in the Old Testament.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Tobit (Tobit 1:3-21)

Popularity of Tobie by region

Region Country Score Year
United States US 64 2024
United Kingdom UK 64 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Tobie

What does Tobie mean?
Tobie is a Hebrew name meaning 'God is good'.
Is Tobie a Christianity name?
Yes, Tobie is a name of Christian origin.
How to pronounce Tobie?
To-bee
Is Tobie popular today?
Tobie is not a widely used name today, but it holds significant cultural and religious value.
What is the origin of Tobie?
Tobie is a Hebrew name, derived from the Hebrew Tobiah, meaning 'God is good'.