Obie: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ohb-ee-eh
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: Of

Obie is a unique and versatile name with multiple origins and meanings. It is often used as a shortened form of names starting with 'Ob-, 'such as Obed, and Oberon. The name has Hebrew origins, conveying the meaning of ‘serving Yahweh’ or ‘servant of God. ’ Obie is associated with both African culture, particularly in Nigeria, and Hebrew culture, where it is a diminutive of names like Obadiah, meaning 'servant of God. ', Obi means 'heart'in Igbo, while Obie is a diminutive of names like Obadiah, meaning 'servant of God. 'The name has evolved over time, gaining popularity in various cultural contexts. It is pronounced as O-bee and is used both as a given name and a middle name. While Obie has gained some attention in popular culture, it has not seen a significant rise in actual popularity according to statistical data, remaining relatively low in rankings. It is often chosen for its unique and meaningful nature. It serves as a reminder of the diverse origins of names and their evolving meanings over time. The name's versatility makes it appealing to parents seeking a name that carries depth and significance.

Obie Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Obie is currently #14341 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Obie is currently #6179 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Obie is currently #6970 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Obie is currently #3046 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Obie is currently #7273 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Obie is currently #3119 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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