Nick vs Obadiah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nick

Boy #1,422 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek Nikolaos

Cultural Roots

English American Greek Australian European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,422
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

44 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Nick Rank #1,422
Obadiah Rank #1,416

Obadiah is more popular, ranked #1416 vs #1422 for Nick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Obadiah more popular?

Obadiah is more popular, ranked #1416 compared to Nick at #1422 in the United States.

What do Nick and Obadiah mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Obadiah means "servant of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Nick and Obadiah boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Obadiah is primarily a boy name.

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