Hobbs is an English surname and given name, originally derived from the Middle English word 'hobb', meaning 'wood'. The name has a long history and was typically used as a nickname for someone who lived near woods or who had some connection to woodworking trades. In some cases, Hobbs may have also been used as a short form of names like Robert or Hubert. Today, Hobbs is often used as a given name in English-speaking countries and has gained popularity due to its distinctive sound and unique character.
The name Hobbs experienced a notable increase in popularity between 2015 and 2016, with an 8-born peak followed by a substantial decline to just five births the following year. Despite this fluctuation, there was a consistent level of interest in the name over the four-year period, with a total of twenty-four babies named Hobbs during that timeframe.