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Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: Persecuted; Son of Job

Joby is a gender-neutral name of Hebrew origin. While it translates to “son of Job” and “Persecuted,” don’t let that seemingly morbid meaning discourage you. In the Old Testament, Job was seen as a righteous man who was hit with all sorts of illnesses and disasters as a way to test his religious faith. During this time, he showed his patience and resilience throughout each trial and tribulation. With a name like Joby, your bundle of joy will always be reminded to power through the hardest points in life and always find the light at the end of the tunnel.