Kobi
2025 SSA
2025 SSA
About Kobi
Kobi is a masculine name with multicultural origins. In Hebrew, it's a diminutive of Jacob (meaning 'supplanter') or a variant of Koby, sometimes used as a nickname for Yaakov. The name gained recognition through basketball legend Kobe Bryant, though his name has different Japanese origins. Kobi also appears in African naming traditions, particularly in Ghana. The name is appreciated for its brevity, modern sound, and cross-cultural appeal. While not among the most common names in Western countries, Kobi has seen increased usage since the 1990s. Its international versatility and contemporary feel make it attractive to parents seeking a name that works well across different cultures while remaining distinctive and memorable.
Kobi for girls#3616 US
Coby enjoyed a spike of popularity in the late 90s and early 2000s, along with similar names like Cody and Corey. The unrelated name Kobe, however, enjoyed a spike of its own in 2020, the year the basketball legend Kobe Bryant passed away. Kobi also rose that year for both boys and girls, and today is given to both in equal numbers.
Pronounced KOH-bee.
As of October 2026, Kobi ranked #2341 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1275 in 2000.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,646 | 46 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | #2,835 | 42 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | #2,705 | 45 | #4,396 | 33 |
| 2017 | #2,471 | 52 | #4,532 | 31 |
| 2018 | #2,221 | 62 | #3,970 | 37 |
| 2019 | #2,199 | 64 | #4,301 | 33 |
| 2020 | #1,754 | 88 | #2,231 | 81 |
| 2021 | #1,787 | 89 | #1,949 | 101 |
| 2022 | #2,009 | 76 | #2,374 | 78 |
| 2023 | #1,811 | 89 | #2,832 | 60 |
| 2024 | #1,677 | 100 | #2,638 | 66 |
| 2025 | #2,341 | 59 | #3,616 | 42 |
World rankings
Kobi for boys
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