Obed vs Reggie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reggie

Boy #1,972 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler's counsel, powerful advisor"

Origin: Old High German via Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,972
Total SSA Count
79
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Reg

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Obed Rank #1,942
Reggie Rank #1,972

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 vs #1972 for Reggie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Obed ___

  • Obed James
  • Obed Michael
  • Obed Samuel
  • Obed Elias
  • Obed David
  • Obed John

Reggie ___

  • Reggie James
  • Reggie Louis
  • Reggie Earl
  • Reggie Wayne
  • Reggie Antoine
  • Reggie Darnell

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Obed

Naomi Ruth Eli Ezra Miriam

If you choose Reggie

Frankie Georgie Eddie Charlie Tommy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Obed or Reggie more popular?

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 compared to Reggie at #1972 in the United States.

What do Obed and Reggie mean?

Obed means "servant, worshipper of God" (Hebrew origin). Reggie means "ruler's counsel, powerful advisor" (Old High German via Norman French origin).

Are Obed and Reggie boy or girl names?

Obed is primarily a boy name. Reggie is primarily a boy name.

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