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Obi vs Willow

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Obi

Boy #3,834 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"child born at a prosperous time"

Origin: Igbo

Cultural Roots

Igbo Nigerian African English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,834
Total SSA Count
29
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Willow

Boy #3,688 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"willow tree, graceful and flexible"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,688
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Obi Rank #3,834
Willow Rank #3,688

Willow is more popular, ranked #3688 vs #3834 for Obi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Obi or Willow more popular?

Willow is more popular, ranked #3688 compared to Obi at #3834 in the United States.

What do Obi and Willow mean?

Obi means "child born at a prosperous time" (Igbo origin). Willow means "willow tree, graceful and flexible" (Old English origin).

Are Obi and Willow boy or girl names?

Obi is primarily a boy name. Willow is primarily a boy name.

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