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Obed vs Austen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Obed

Boy #1,942 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"servant, worshipper of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,942
Total SSA Count
81
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Obed Rank #1,942
Austen Rank #1,986

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 vs #1986 for Austen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Obed or Austen more popular?

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 compared to Austen at #1986 in the United States.

What do Obed and Austen mean?

Obed means "servant, worshipper of God" (Hebrew origin). Austen means "majestic, venerable" (Latin Augustus origin).

Are Obed and Austen boy or girl names?

Obed is primarily a boy name. Austen is primarily a boy name.

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