Lemuel vs Obed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lemuel

Boy #2,131 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"belonging to God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #1,942 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"servant, worshipper of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Lemuel Rank #2,131

Obed Rank #1,942

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 vs #2131 for Lemuel.

Is Lemuel or Obed more popular?

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 compared to Lemuel at #2131 in the United States.

What do Lemuel and Obed mean?

Lemuel means "belonging to God" (Hebrew origin). Obed means "servant, worshipper of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lemuel and Obed boy or girl names?

Lemuel is primarily a boy name. Obed is primarily a boy name.