Obed
Obed: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Obed
- A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin.
Etymology
From Hebrew אובד or עוֹבֵד (Oved, “servant”).
How popular is Obed?
Since 1880, 4,135 boys in the U.S. have been named Obed. Its highest rank for boys was #883 in 1880. In 2025, 72 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Obed FAQ
What does the name Obed mean?
A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin. From Hebrew אובד or עוֹבֵד (Oved, “servant”).
What is the origin of the name Obed?
Obed is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Obed?
Since 1880, 4,135 boys in the U.S. have been named Obed. Its highest rank for boys was #883 in 1880. In 2025, 72 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Obed a boy or girl name?
Obed is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 4,135 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.