Tobins

Tobins is a surname used by several families and individuals. In English-language texts, Tobins may refer to people who bear the surname or to a family group in genealogical discussions. The name appears in various countries and communities where English surnames are common.

Because Tobins is a surname, it does not denote a single, specific topic or concept. Its meaning is determined by context and is typically clarified by accompanying given names, descriptions, or biographical details.

In discussions that involve eponymous terms, related forms such as Tobin’s Q or Tobin tax are more commonly encountered. These terms are named after economist James Tobin and are written with the possessive form “Tobin’s,” distinguishing them from the plural “Tobins.” They illustrate how a surname can appear in discipline-specific vocabulary, even though the plural form Tobins itself is not a technical term.

See also: Tobin (surname) for information on the origin and distribution of the surname and notable individuals who bear it.