"servant of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Obie
Pronunciation: [ OHB-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"worshiper of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Obie
Obie is a diminutive form of Obadiah, an ancient Hebrew name meaning servant of God or worshiper of God. Obadiah was a prophet in the Hebrew Bible whose book is the shortest in the Old Testament. The name fell out of common use but its nickname Obie has gained fresh appeal as parents seek vintage nicknames that work as standalone names.
Obie is part of a broader trend of bringing back old-fashioned nicknames as full given names. Names like Ollie, Archie, and Bertie have seen revivals, and Obie fits comfortably in this category. Its connection to the Obie Awards (New York's prestigious Off-Broadway theater awards) adds cultural cachet.
The Obie Awards, established in 1955, recognize excellence in Off-Broadway and Off-Off-Broadway theater in New York City. This connection gives the name an artsy, creative cultural dimension beyond its biblical roots. Obie as a standalone name evokes both ancient heritage and modern indie culture.
Historical Record
Obie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,484 babies have been named Obie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Obie is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #5,401 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Obie Awards for Off-Broadway theater have been given since 1956 by The Village Voice
- Obadiah is the shortest book in the Hebrew Bible, with only 21 verses
- The prophet Obadiah is believed to have lived during the 9th or 6th century BCE
Obie in Other Languages
Greek
Obadias
French
Abdias
Hebrew
Ovadiah
Spanish
Abdias
Portuguese
Abdias
Popularity Over Time
#5,401
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,401
- Total SSA Count
- 18
- Cultural Origins
- English American Hebrew African American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Ob
Obi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Obie
What does the name Obie mean?
"servant of God" (from Hebrew). "worshiper of God" (from Hebrew). "slave of the Lord" (from Hebrew). Obie is a diminutive form of Obadiah, an ancient Hebrew name meaning servant of God or worshiper of God. Obadiah was a prophet in the Hebrew Bible whose book is the shortest in the Old Testament. The name fell out of common use but its nickname Obie has gained fresh appeal as parents seek vintage nicknames that work as standalone names.
What is the origin of the name Obie?
Obie has Hebrew, English, American, and African American origins. In Hebrew, it means "servant of God". In Hebrew, it means "worshiper of God". In Hebrew, it means "slave of the Lord".
Is Obie a boy or girl name?
Obie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5401. As a girl name, it is ranked #70652. Obie is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Obie?
Obie is pronounced OHB-ee.
How popular is the name Obie?
Obie is currently ranked #5401 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Obie?
Common nicknames for Obie include Obi.
What are good middle names for Obie?
Popular middle name pairings include Obie James, Obie Blue, Obie Reed, Obie Lane, Obie Crew, Obie Cash, and Obie Cole.
What are good sibling names for Obie?
Names that pair well with Obie as siblings include Cleo, Wren, Beau, Roxie, Wilder, Fern, and Arlo.
How many syllables does Obie have?
Obie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Obie a common or rare name?
Obie is an uncommon name, ranked #5401 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Obie?
Are there other spellings for Obie?
Related spellings include Obi.
About the Name Obie
Obie is a boy name with English, American, Hebrew, and African American origins . The name means "servant of God" in Hebrew .
Is Obie a boy or girl name? Obie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,401 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #70,652. Obie is more commonly used as a boy name.
Obie is currently ranked #5,401 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Obie has 2 syllables and is pronounced OHB-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Obie include Ob and Obi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Obie include Obi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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