Toby Huddleston

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Toby Huddleston — Greek
29K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Toby Huddleston 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 Huddleston: Alex Huddleston (born 1986), American mixed martial artist Amelia Edith Huddleston Barr (1831–1919), British novelist Arthur Huddleston (1880–1948), British colonial civil servant Bill Huddleston (1873–1962), English cricketer David Huddleston (1930–2016), American actor David Huddleston (gymnast) (born 2000), Bulgarian gymnast David Huddleston (Canadian general), Commander, Air Command from 1991 to 1993 David Winfield Huddleston (born 1943), American minister and author Deserie Huddleston (born 1960), Australian sport shooter Eric T. 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: Huddleston

English

Alex Huddleston (born 1986), American mixed martial artist Amelia Edith Huddleston Barr (1831–1919), British novelist Arthur Huddleston (1880–1948), British colonial civil servant Bill Huddleston (1873–1962), English cricketer David Huddleston (1930–2016), American actor David Huddleston (gymnast) (born 2000), Bulgarian gymnast David Huddleston (Canadian general), Commander, Air Command from 1991 to 1993 David Winfield Huddleston (born 1943), American minister and author Deserie Huddleston (born 1960), Australian sport shooter Eric T.

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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 Huddleston

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 Huddleston:

4
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Huddleston?
The surname Huddleston originates from English. Alex Huddleston (born 1986), American mixed martial artist Amelia Edith Huddleston Barr (1831–1919), British novelist Arthur Huddleston (1880–1948), British colonial civil servant Bill Huddleston (1873–1962), English cricketer David Huddleston (1930–2016), American actor David Huddleston (gymnast) (born 2000), Bulgarian gymnast David Huddleston (Canadian general), Commander, Air Command from 1991 to 1993 David Winfield Huddleston (born 1943), American minister and author Deserie Huddleston (born 1960), Australian sport shooter Eric T.
What are the origins of the name Toby Huddleston?
The name Toby Huddleston combines two different traditions: the first name Toby has Greek roots, while the surname Huddleston originates from English.
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