Percival vs Obed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Percival

Boy #1,765 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"pierce the valley"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #1,942 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"servant, worshipper of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Percival Rank #1,765

Obed Rank #1,942

Percival is more popular, ranked #1765 vs #1942 for Obed.

Is Percival or Obed more popular?

Percival is more popular, ranked #1765 compared to Obed at #1942 in the United States.

What do Percival and Obed mean?

Percival means "pierce the valley" (Old French origin). Obed means "servant, worshipper of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Percival and Obed boy or girl names?

Percival is primarily a boy name. Obed is primarily a boy name.