The name Toben is of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse word 'tófa', which means 'to snatch' or 'seize'. It was traditionally given to children born during the harvest season, as it symbolized the swift gathering of crops.
The name Toben experienced a notable increase in popularity between 2005 and 2009, with a peak of 14 births recorded in 2009. However, it has since seen fluctuations, with the most recent years (2021) showing a decline to 6 births. Overall, there have been 128 children named Toben born from 1970 to 2021.