Harper vs Obed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harper

Boy #1,789 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"harp player, one who plays the harp"

Origin: Old English hearpere

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Boy #1,942 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"servant, worshipper of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Harper Rank #1,789

Obed Rank #1,942

Harper is more popular, ranked #1789 vs #1942 for Obed.

Is Harper or Obed more popular?

Harper is more popular, ranked #1789 compared to Obed at #1942 in the United States.

What do Harper and Obed mean?

Harper means "harp player, one who plays the harp" (Old English hearpere origin). Obed means "servant, worshipper of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Harper and Obed boy or girl names?

Harper is primarily a boy name. Obed is primarily a boy name.