Maize vs Obie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Obie

Boy #5,401 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"servant of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,401
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ob, Obi

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Maize Rank #5,416
Obie Rank #5,401

Obie is more popular, ranked #5401 vs #5416 for Maize.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maize ___

  • Maize River
  • Maize James
  • Maize Elliott
  • Maize Grey
  • Maize Thomas
  • Maize August

Obie ___

  • Obie James
  • Obie Blue
  • Obie Reed
  • Obie Lane
  • Obie Crew
  • Obie Cash

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Maize

Rye Sage Wren Scout Birch

If you choose Obie

Cleo Wren Beau Roxie Wilder

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maize or Obie more popular?

Obie is more popular, ranked #5401 compared to Maize at #5416 in the United States.

What do Maize and Obie mean?

Maize means "corn, golden grain" (Taino origin). Obie means "servant of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Maize and Obie boy or girl names?

Maize is primarily a boy name. Obie is primarily a boy name.

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