Jobi
Primarily a girl's name of Hebrew origin with 42 recorded births. Also given to 6 boys.
Meaning & Origin
sperm, cum, jizz
Jobi is a boy's and girl's baby name, a diminutive of Job, of Hebrew origin from Iyyov, meaning 'persecuted' or 'hated,' though some scholars connect it to a root meaning 'returning' or 'repentant.'
Job is the central figure of one of the Bible's most profound books, a man whose faith endured catastrophic suffering. Jobi as a diminutive softens the name's gravitas into something warmer and more personal, carrying the same heritage in a lighter form.
EtymologyShow more
Phonetically, Jobi belongs to a cluster of names characterized by their open, approachable ending — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. At two syllables, it has a two-beat rhythm that is easy to call across a room and natural in conversation.
Within the Hebrew naming tradition, names with similar sound structures often share underlying etymological patterns. Exploring Hebrew names on this site may surface connections that illuminate Jobi’s linguistic neighborhood.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Jobi has 7+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1964.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | — |
| 1980s | 5 | ▼ |
| 1970s | 27 | ▲ |
| 1960s | 5 | — |
The Story of Jobi
A Gen X name
Peaking in 1974, Jobi is a Gen X staple. Girls named Jobi are most likely born between 1964 and 1984.
How rare is Jobi?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Jobi is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1964, peaked in the 1970s with 27 births that decade, and has since become a rare, vintage choice.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(7 years, 1964–1995)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 | #14401 |
| 1982 | 5 | #11199 |
| 1974 | 9 | #5958 |
| 1972 | 6 | #7647 |
| 1971 | 6 | #7766 |
| 1970 | 6 | #7445 |
| 1964 | 5 | #7205 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Jobi as a Boy's Name
Though more common for girls, Jobi has a notable history as a boy's name too, with 6 births since 2001.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jobi a boy's or girl's name?
When was Jobi most popular?
How popular is the name Jobi?
Can Jobi be used for both boys and girls?
Explore More
Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1964–1995