Merlin vs Obed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merlin

Boy #2,083 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sea fortress"

Origin: Brittonic/Welsh

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Boy #1,942 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"servant, worshipper of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Merlin Rank #2,083

Obed Rank #1,942

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 vs #2083 for Merlin.

Is Merlin or Obed more popular?

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 compared to Merlin at #2083 in the United States.

What do Merlin and Obed mean?

Merlin means "sea fortress" (Brittonic/Welsh origin). Obed means "servant, worshipper of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Merlin and Obed boy or girl names?

Merlin is primarily a boy name. Obed is primarily a boy name.