Boy Name · Hebrew Origin
Obed
Considering Obed? It is a boy name whose meaning is "Worshipper, servant", rooted in Hebrew naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Obadiah.
Obed meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Worshipper, servant
Origin: Hebrew naming roots help connect Obed to related Hebrew baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Obed as O·B·E·D, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Obed is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Obed variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Obeda, Obede, Obedy.
- Nicknames: Obed works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Obed with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Obed middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Obadiah, Ovid, Ovidio, Obie, Obert — full picks on the sibling names for Obed guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Obed? Browse our names like Obed guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Obed
What does the name Obed mean?
Obed means "Worshipper, servant" and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of Obed?
Obed originates in Hebrew naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Obed?
Obed has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Obed a boy's or girl's name?
Obed is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Obed in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Obed sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Obed?
Names that share Obed's sound and style include Obadiah, Ovid, Ovidio, Obie, Obert.
What middle names pair well with Obed?
Good middle-name fits for Obed pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Obed is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Obed is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Obed?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Obed share its rhythm without rhyming — Obadiah, Ovid, Ovidio all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.