Obed vs Sheldon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Obed

Boy #1,942 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"servant, worshipper of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #1,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"steep valley settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Obed Rank #1,942

Sheldon Rank #1,966

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 vs #1966 for Sheldon.

Is Obed or Sheldon more popular?

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 compared to Sheldon at #1966 in the United States.

What do Obed and Sheldon mean?

Obed means "servant, worshipper of God" (Hebrew origin). Sheldon means "steep valley settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Obed and Sheldon boy or girl names?

Obed is primarily a boy name. Sheldon is primarily a boy name.