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Austen vs Obed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Obed

Boy #1,942 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"servant, worshipper of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,942
Total SSA Count
81
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Austen Rank #1,986
Obed Rank #1,942

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 vs #1986 for Austen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Austen or Obed more popular?

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 compared to Austen at #1986 in the United States.

What do Austen and Obed mean?

Austen means "majestic, venerable" (Latin Augustus origin). Obed means "servant, worshipper of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Austen and Obed boy or girl names?

Austen is primarily a boy name. Obed is primarily a boy name.

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