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Obadiah vs Ross

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ross

Boy #1,362 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"headland, promontory"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,362
Total SSA Count
139
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Obadiah Rank #1,416
Ross Rank #1,362

Ross is more popular, ranked #1362 vs #1416 for Obadiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Obadiah or Ross more popular?

Ross is more popular, ranked #1362 compared to Obadiah at #1416 in the United States.

What do Obadiah and Ross mean?

Obadiah means "servant of God" (Hebrew origin). Ross means "headland, promontory" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Obadiah and Ross boy or girl names?

Obadiah is primarily a boy name. Ross is primarily a boy name.

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