Toby Hawes

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Toby Hawes — Greek
29K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Toby Hawes 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 Hawes: Hampton Hawes (1928–1977), African American jazz pianist James Hawes, the director and producer John Hawes (1876–1956), architect and priest Keeley Hawes (b. 1976), English actress Patrick Hawes (b. 1958), British composer Stanley Hawes (1905–1991), British documentary film producer and director William Hawes (1785–1846), English musician Charles Boardman Hawes (1889–1923), American writer Gilbert Ray Hawes (1854–1923), American lawyer, academic, and writer James Hawes (b. 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: Hawes

English

Hampton Hawes (1928–1977), African American jazz pianist James Hawes, the director and producer John Hawes (1876–1956), architect and priest Keeley Hawes (b. 1976), English actress Patrick Hawes (b. 1958), British composer Stanley Hawes (1905–1991), British documentary film producer and director William Hawes (1785–1846), English musician Charles Boardman Hawes (1889–1923), American writer Gilbert Ray Hawes (1854–1923), American lawyer, academic, and writer James Hawes (b.

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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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Notable People Named Toby Hawes

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Personality Number

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

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 Hawes?
The surname Hawes originates from English. Hampton Hawes (1928–1977), African American jazz pianist James Hawes, the director and producer John Hawes (1876–1956), architect and priest Keeley Hawes (b. 1976), English actress Patrick Hawes (b. 1958), British composer Stanley Hawes (1905–1991), British documentary film producer and director William Hawes (1785–1846), English musician Charles Boardman Hawes (1889–1923), American writer Gilbert Ray Hawes (1854–1923), American lawyer, academic, and writer James Hawes (b.
What are the origins of the name Toby Hawes?
The name Toby Hawes combines two different traditions: the first name Toby has Greek roots, while the surname Hawes originates from English.
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