Obed

Meaning serving, worshipping
Origin Hebrew
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 4
Syllables 2
Syllabification O-bed

About Obed

Obed, a timeless and meaningful name of Hebrew origin, has an enduring appeal for parents seeking a name that reflects devotion and reverence. With its roots in the biblical narrative of Ruth and Boaz, Obed holds a deep sense of spiritual significance, symbolizing the worshipper or servant of God. This name's rich heritage and straightforward pronunciation make it an excellent choice for families of various backgrounds.

Obed's popularity has grown over the years due to its classic charm and the prevalence of biblical names in diverse cultures. Its variations, such as Obadiah and Obie, offer versatility and unique options for nicknames.

Choosing Obed for your baby boy is embracing a name that carries a legacy of faith and devotion. Whether you have a religious connection or appreciate the name's intrinsic meaning, Obed is a name that will stand the test of time and bestow a sense of purpose on your child as they embark on their life journey.

Variations of Name Obed

Obadiah
Ovadia
Obie

Names Similar to Obed

Owen
Oliver
Oscar
Orion
Otis
Otto

Nicknames for Obed

Ob
Bed
Obi
Obby
Eddie

Famous People Named Obed

Obed AsamoahGhanaian politician and lawyer
Obed DlaminiFormer Prime Minister of Eswatini - formerly Swaziland
Obed MlabaFormer mayor of Durban, South Africa
Obed NyambeZambian footballer
Obed KatureebeUgandan artist and sculptor
Obed NkambweTanzanian entrepreneur and philanthropist
Obed Yao AsamoahGhanaian football administrator
Obed WadzaniZimbabwean long-distance runner
Obed MutanyaNamibian politician and activist
Obed de los SantosMexican taekwondo athlete
Obed KadokeMalawian cricketer
Obed MaruEthiopian politician
Obed AririNigerian-American former NFL player
Obed HusseyAmerican inventor and entrepreneur
Obed MbwakongoCongolese basketball player
Obed ChilindiMalawian footballer
Obed Jean-LouisHaitian-American soccer player
Obed MinchakpuNigerian poet and author
Obed RocksonGhanaian boxer
Obed KarwhinTogolese footballer

Characters Named Obed

Obed MossThe Moss Family Adventures series

Other Popular Names Beginning with O

Ocean
Ozzy
Olivier
Omarion
Otoniel
Osman
Olson
Octavian
Oryan
Omir