Kobi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kobi is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel.' It evolved from Ya'akov in Hebrew to Jacob in English. The name is linked to the biblical figure Jacob and has gained modern popularity, particularly in Israel. It is perceived positively as a trendy name, with notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Kobi is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kobi has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kobi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5732nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5289th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2081st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2162nd out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9591st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7943rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10265th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5972nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3262nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kobi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kobi"
Pronunciation
/ˈkoʊ.bi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Kobi is derived from the Hebrew name Ya'akov, which means 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel.' It is often associated with the biblical figure Jacob.
Meaning
supplanter, holder of the heel
Language Evolution
Ya'akov (Hebrew), Jacobus (Latin), James (English)
Biblical Background
Kobi is related to the biblical name Jacob, who is a significant figure in the Bible, known for his twelve sons who became the founders of the twelve tribes of Israel.
Historical Usage
The name Kobi has gained popularity in modern times, especially in Israel, due to its association with Hebrew culture and its appealing sound.
Variants & Derivatives
Koby, Kobee, Jakob, Jacob
Modern Popularity & Image
Kobi is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often embraced for its simplicity and connection to Hebrew heritage.
Famous People
Kobi Kingston (professional wrestler), Kobi Yamada (author)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kobi"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kobi"
"Kobi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5732nd of 10718 | 48 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5289th of 16616 | 132 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2081st of 24088 | 945 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2162nd of 23106 | 786 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9591st of 12526 | 17 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7943rd of 19264 | 77 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10265th of 27321 | 91 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5972nd of 35406 | 327 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3262nd of 30306 | 593 |
Regional Popularity of "Kobi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
48.47% 2221st/4582 |
54.69% 2824th/5164 |
28.36% 2074th/7313 |
31.13% 2323rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.13% 2316th/3984 |
55.85% 2506th/4487 |
28.58% 1950th/6822 |
57.33% 3598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kobi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
72.89% 2904th/3984 |
84.85% 3807th/4487 |
43.86% 2992nd/6822 |
71.45% 4484th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kobi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kobi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.