Toby Albright

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Toby Albright — Greek
29K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Toby Albright is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Toby is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Toby is a given name in many English-speaking countries. The name is derived the Middle English vernacular form of Tobias. Tobias itself is the Greek transliteration of the Hebrew טוביה Toviah, which translates to Good is Yahweh. Yahweh is the name of the Jewish God. It is also used as a contraction of Tobin, an Irish surname now also used as a forename. The name is traditionally masculine, but has also been in use for women since the 19th century. The surname Albright: Adam Emory Albright (1862–1957), American artist, father of Ivan Albright Alan Albright (born 1959), American judge Alex Albright (born 1988), American football player Arthur Albright (1811–1900), British chemist, co-founder of Albright & Wilson Betty Nippi-Albright, Canadian politician Bill Albright (1929–2013), American player of Canadian football Bob Albright (1936–2023), American politician Brent Albright (born 1978), American professional wrestler Bryson Albright (1994–2019), American football player Budd Albright (born 1936), American actor, singer, stuntman, and sportsman Carol Bonomo A. Toby is a rare first name, carried by approximately 29K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Toby reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Toby

Greek

Toby is a given name in many English-speaking countries. The name is derived the Middle English vernacular form of Tobias. Tobias itself is the Greek transliteration of the Hebrew טוביה Toviah, which translates to Good is Yahweh. Yahweh is the name of the Jewish God. It is also used as a contraction of Tobin, an Irish surname now also used as a forename. The name is traditionally masculine, but has also been in use for women since the 19th century.

Surname: Albright

English

Adam Emory Albright (1862–1957), American artist, father of Ivan Albright Alan Albright (born 1959), American judge Alex Albright (born 1988), American football player Arthur Albright (1811–1900), British chemist, co-founder of Albright & Wilson Betty Nippi-Albright, Canadian politician Bill Albright (1929–2013), American player of Canadian football Bob Albright (1936–2023), American politician Brent Albright (born 1978), American professional wrestler Bryson Albright (1994–2019), American football player Budd Albright (born 1936), American actor, singer, stuntman, and sportsman Carol Bonomo A.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Toby is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 14%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Toby by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Toby Albright:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Toby?
The first name Toby originates from Greek. Toby is a given name in many English-speaking countries. The name is derived the Middle English vernacular form of Tobias. Tobias itself is the Greek transliteration of the Hebrew טוביה Toviah, which translates to Good is Yahweh. Yahweh is the name of the Jewish God. It is also used as a contraction of Tobin, an Irish surname now also used as a forename. The name is traditionally masculine, but has also been in use for women since the 19th century.
When was Toby most popular?
The name Toby reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Albright?
The surname Albright originates from English. Adam Emory Albright (1862–1957), American artist, father of Ivan Albright Alan Albright (born 1959), American judge Alex Albright (born 1988), American football player Arthur Albright (1811–1900), British chemist, co-founder of Albright & Wilson Betty Nippi-Albright, Canadian politician Bill Albright (1929–2013), American player of Canadian football Bob Albright (1936–2023), American politician Brent Albright (born 1978), American professional wrestler Bryson Albright (1994–2019), American football player Budd Albright (born 1936), American actor, singer, stuntman, and sportsman Carol Bonomo A.
What are the origins of the name Toby Albright?
The name Toby Albright combines two different traditions: the first name Toby has Greek roots, while the surname Albright originates from English.
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