Tobias
Tobias is a Christian boy name of Hebrew, via Greek origin, meaning “God is good”.
| Meaning | God is good |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Greek |
| Written as | טוֹבִיָּה |
| Pronunciation | toh-BY-us |
| Tradition | Christian, Jewish |
| Used in | Germany, Denmark, United States, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Tobias
Tobias is the Greek form of Hebrew Toviyah, 'God is good'. It is best known from the Book of Tobit, where Tobias, son of Tobit, travels with the archangel Raphael, marries Sarah, and cures his father's blindness. The book is part of Catholic and Orthodox Bibles. The Hebrew form Tuvia is used in Jewish communities, famously by Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof.
Is Tobias a Christian name?
Tobias is a biblical name in Catholic and Orthodox Christianity through the Book of Tobit; in Jewish use the form is Tuvia or Toviah.
How popular is Tobias?
Popular in German-speaking countries and Scandinavia, and increasingly in English-speaking ones.
Gifts with the name Tobias
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tobias mean?
Tobias means 'God is good'. It is of Hebrew, via Greek origin.
Is Tobias a Christian name?
Tobias is a biblical name in Catholic and Orthodox Christianity through the Book of Tobit; in Jewish use the form is Tuvia or Toviah.
How do you pronounce Tobias?
Tobias is pronounced toh-BY-us.
Is Tobias a boy or girl name?
Tobias is usually a boy name.