Kobe
KO-bee
✦ Meaning
“Japanese name of a major port city, also possibly derived from 'ko' (child) and 'be' (place), creating a sense of belonging and grounding in a specific place and identity.”
Popularity Over Time
Currently ranked #408 in the United States.
Origin
Syllables
2
Style
Famous Bearers
- Kobe Bryant
- Kobe Tai
Cross-Cultural Notes
Works across Japanese and global audiences
People Also Ask
Japanese name of a major port city, also possibly derived from 'ko' (child) and 'be' (place), creating a sense of belonging and grounding in a specific place and identity.
Kobe is currently ranked #408 in the United States. Usage has stayed pretty consistent over the past decade.
Kobe works beautifully as a full name and does not lend itself to an obvious short form. Most parents see that as a feature.
Names that pair beautifully with Kobe include Kenzo, Kenji, Kian, Rio.