Oby vs Smithy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smithy

Boy #20,489 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"skilled metalworker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Australian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,489
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Nicknames
Smith, Smitty

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Oby Rank #20,322
Smithy Rank #20,489

Oby is more popular, ranked #20322 vs #20489 for Smithy.

Middle Name Pairings

Oby ___

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Smithy ___

  • Smithy James
  • Smithy Lee
  • Smithy Ray
  • Smithy Dean
  • Smithy Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Smithy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oby or Smithy more popular?

Oby is more popular, ranked #20322 compared to Smithy at #20489 in the United States.

What do Oby and Smithy mean?

Smithy means "skilled metalworker" (Old English origin).

Are Oby and Smithy boy or girl names?

Oby is primarily a boy name. Smithy is primarily a boy name.

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