Koby

Koby is a modern English given name that arose primarily as an alternate spelling of Kobi or Coby, themselves short forms of Jacob. Jacob derives from the Hebrew name Yaakov, meaning "supplanter" or possibly "may God protect," and has ancient roots in the Old Testament figure of Jacob, son of Isaac. The name gained additional independent appeal through its association with the nickname Kobe. Related forms include Kobi, Coby, and Jacob itself.