MallowbyNames

Jobany

ho-BAH-nee · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Job or Jobani.

Peak popularity
2003
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Jobany since 1989

Babies named Jobany per year in U.S. Social Security records.

816241990200020102020Most births 2003Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s7
1990s100
2000s134
2010s24
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Jobany is a rare given name that entered U.S. birth records in 1989. It reached its peak usage in 2003 but has remained consistently uncommon, with a stable trajectory and no dramatic swings in popularity. The name is not tied to any particular state and has never appeared in top 1000 rankings. Its origins are uncertain, but it likely emerged as a Hispanic variant of Job or a modern coinage. Parents drawn to Jobany may appreciate its distinctive sound and rarity.

Jobany is a relatively modern name that likely originated as a Spanish or Hispanic variant of Job, the biblical name meaning 'persecuted.' Alternatively, it may be a creative respelling or elaboration of similar-sounding names. Its recorded use in the United States dates back to 1989, with a notable peak in 2003. The name has remained uncommon, primarily used within Hispanic communities.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Jobani

Sibling names for Jobany

Names that share Jobany's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jobany mean?
The meaning is uncertain. It may be a variant of Job, a biblical name meaning 'persecuted,' or a creative modern formation.
How popular is the name Jobany?
Jobany has never ranked in the top 1000 U.S. baby names. It first appeared in 1989 and peaked in 2003, but remains very rare.
Is Jobany a boy's or girl's name?
Jobany is almost exclusively used for boys.