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Tobias Name Meaning - God is good (Hebrew)

Meaning
God is good
Origin
Hebrew/Greek
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
TO-BI-A-S

Tobias means "God is good" (Hebrew/Greek). Tobias is a boy name from Hebrew/Greek meaning "God is good." Tobias comes from the Hebrew Toviyah meaning God is good.

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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown

Tobias is a boy name from Hebrew/Greek meaning "God is good." Tobias comes from the Hebrew Toviyah meaning God is good.

Origin and Historical Usage

Tobias comes from the Hebrew Toviyah meaning God is good. The Book of Tobit (deuterocanonical) follows Tobias on a journey guided by the archangel Raphael. Tobias Menzies from The Crown and Toby Stephens have kept this European favorite in the spotlight.

Pronunciation Guide

Phonetic
TO-BI-A-S
Syllables
2

Geographic and Cultural Usage

Outside Hebrew countries, Tobias is often chosen for diaspora identity or because the meaning "God is good" fits a naming theme. Pronunciation follows local accent rules.

Popularity

In NameBloom's internal list, Tobias sits around #23 — widely recognized. National statistics (SSA, ONS, etc.) may differ.

Notable People Named Tobias

  • T
    Tobias Menzies
  • T
    Tobias Jesso Jr.
  • T
    Toby (short form)
  • T
    Tobias (Book of Tobit)

Variants and Related Names

Spelling variants

  • Toby — alternate form of Tobias
  • Tobiah — alternate form of Tobias
  • Tobiasz — alternate form of Tobias
  • Tobi — alternate form of Tobias

Frequently Asked Questions about Tobias

What does Tobias mean?
Tobias means "God is good" in Hebrew/Greek tradition. Tobias is a boy name from Hebrew/Greek meaning "God is good." Tobias comes from the Hebrew Toviyah meaning God is good.
How do you pronounce Tobias?
Tobias is pronounced TO-BI-A-S (2 syllables).
What language is Tobias from?
Tobias comes from Hebrew/Greek. Tobias comes from the Hebrew Toviyah meaning God is good.
Is Tobias a boy or girl name?
Tobias is primarily used as a boy's name.
What does Tobias mean in English?
English references usually translate Tobias as "God is good." It is not an English word; the gloss comes from Hebrew/Greek.
Is Tobias a rare name?
In NameBloom's internal list, Tobias sits around #23 — widely recognized. National statistics (SSA, ONS, etc.) may differ.
What is the origin of the name Tobias?
Tobias comes from the Hebrew Toviyah meaning God is good. The Book of Tobit (deuterocanonical) follows Tobias on a journey guided by the archangel Raphael. Tobias Menzies from The Crown and Toby Stephens have kept this European favorite in the spotlight.
What are variants of Tobias?
Documented forms include: Toby; Tobiah; Tobiasz; Tobi.
Who are famous people named Tobias?
Notable bearers include Tobias Menzies, Tobias Jesso Jr., Toby (short form), Tobias (Book of Tobit).

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