Mosby is an uncommon yet distinctive given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word 'moss', which refers to a plant that grows on wet grounds, and 'by', meaning 'at' or 'near'. Thus, Mosby literally translates to "where moss grows". This name has historical significance in England, with several places named Mosby, such as Mosby in Northamptonshire and Mosby in Derbyshire. However, it is not extensively used as a given name. Those bearing the name Mosby might enjoy its uniqueness and the opportunity it offers to share their name's connection to nature and history.
"Between 1920 and 2016, the name Mosby was given to 14 children in total, with a notable spike of 9 births in 1920, followed by a decrease to just 5 births almost a century later."