Tobiah is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, derived from the elements "tov, " meaning good, and "yah, " representing the Hebrew name for God. Tobiah means 'God is good. 'In biblical contexts, Tobiah is notably mentioned in the Book of Nehemiah, where he is depicted as an Ammonite official who hindered Nehemiah’s attempts to rebuild Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, including Tobias and Toby, reflecting its enduring significance in both Jewish and Christian traditions. Tobiah presents a stylish Biblical option with the revered 'iah'suffix, placing it alongside other popular Biblical names like Josiah, and Zachariah.
