Cobi
50% girls · 50% boys
About Cobi
Cobi is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a modern variant of Coby or Koby, which themselves are diminutives of Jacob (meaning 'supplanter') or Nicholas. As a feminine name, it offers a contemporary, gender-neutral quality that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. The name has a bright, upbeat sound with its short two syllables and friendly ending. Cobi remains uncommon for girls, making it an original choice that doesn't sound completely unfamiliar. The name's simplicity allows it to pair well with various middle names and surnames, and its spelling variation adds a unique touch to this brief, cheerful name.
Cobi for boys#7287 US
Cobi is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a diminutive form of Jacob or a variant spelling of Coby/Kobi, which has Hebrew roots meaning 'supplanter.' In some cases, it can be derived from Jacoby or used as a nickname for names like Jacobus. The name has gained modest popularity in recent decades as parents seek short, distinctive names with a contemporary feel. Cobi's simple pronunciation and spelling make it accessible across different cultures. While not among the most common names, Cobi has a friendly, approachable quality that appeals to many parents looking for something slightly unconventional yet easy to use.
Pronounced KO-bee.
As of October 2026, Cobi ranked #8985 for girls and #7287 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #5660 for girls in 1973 and #2361 for boys in 1995.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | #4,983 | 19 | 10 |
| 2017 | #4,495 | 22 | 11.9 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | #4,508 | 22 | 12.3 |
| 2020 | #3,662 | 29 | 16.8 |
| 2021 | #4,517 | 22 | 12.6 |
| 2022 | #4,735 | 21 | 12 |
| 2023 | #4,477 | 23 | 13.4 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Cobi on lists
Famous Cobis
- Cobi N'Gai JonesBoy
American soccer player
- Cobi MarshBoy
sister of Australian actor Kyal Marsh
- Cobi Egan (b.2017)Boy
son of Kian Egan