Cobyn
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Cobyn: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2019.
Cobyn is a modern, inventive spelling of the classic name Coby, which itself is often a diminutive of Jacob. Ultimately, it draws on the Hebrew name Yaakov, traditionally interpreted as "supplanter" or "holder of the heel," a reference to the biblical story of Jacob grasping his twin brother Esau's heel at birth. While Cobyn itself has few historical bearers, the names it derives from have been reliably popular in Scotland. There are no major places directly named Cobyn, but the root Jacob has influenced countless place names worldwide. A notable variant is Koby, sharing the same roots. In recent decades, the "yn" ending has given Cobyn a fresh, slightly Welsh-tinged feel, setting it apart from more traditional spellings while retaining a familiar, friendly sound.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20193 babies
- Latest (2019)
- #7013 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2019
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y