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Dan vs Obed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dan

Boy #1,931 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"judge"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,931
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Dan Rank #1,931
Obed Rank #1,942

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 vs #1942 for Obed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dan or Obed more popular?

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 compared to Obed at #1942 in the United States.

What do Dan and Obed mean?

Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin). Obed means "servant, worshipper of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dan and Obed boy or girl names?

Dan is primarily a boy name. Obed is primarily a boy name.

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