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Obediah

Boy Name #23,346 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Obediah is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Obediah often also consider Obie, Obed, Obe .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #23,346
Total SSA Count: 6

Alternative Spellings

Obed #1942

Nicknames

Obe Oby Obeie Obedie

Similar Names

Obie Obed Obe Obert Obie Obera Obelia Obbie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Obediah

Is Obediah a boy or girl name?

Obediah is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Obediah?

Obediah is currently ranked #23346 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Obediah?

Common nicknames for Obediah include Obe, Oby, Obeie, and Obedie.

Is Obediah a common or rare name?

Obediah is an uncommon name, ranked #23346 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Obediah

Obediah is a boy name .

Obediah is currently ranked #23,346 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Obediah include Obe, Oby, Obeie, and Obedie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Obediah include Obed . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.