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Tobin

TOH-bihn

Tobin (name) means a surname of Irish origin. Example: “The Tobin family has lived in the county for generations.”

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A surname of Irish origin.
"The Tobin family has lived in the county for generations."

How to use Tobin

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn Irish-derived surname, also occasionally used as a place name in the United States.

Word forms

Tobins plural

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Etymology

From the Irish surname Tóibín, ultimately from a Norman name referencing Saint Aubin.

Origin: Irish

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Tobin” mean?

The word “Tobin” means a surname of Irish origin. In plain terms, an Irish-derived surname, also occasionally used as a place name in the United States.

How do you pronounce “Tobin”?

“Tobin” is pronounced TOH-bihn (/ˈtoʊbɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Tobin” in a sentence?

Here is “Tobin” used in a sentence: “The Tobin family has lived in the county for generations.”

What part of speech is “Tobin”?

“Tobin” is a name.

Where does the word “Tobin” come from?

The word “Tobin” comes from Irish. From the Irish surname Tóibín, ultimately from a Norman name referencing Saint Aubin.

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