Obed
Obed is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Servant or worshiper of God.
Origin and history
Obed is a classic biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning 'servant' or 'worshiper'. In the Old Testament, Obed is the son of Boaz and Ruth and the grandfather of King David. While historically uncommon, it maintains steady usage in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
4,135 babies in the United States have been named Obed since 1880. It ranks #1947 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1463.
States where it is most popular
- TX (37.9 %)
- CA (33.6 %)
- FL (7.2 %)
- NY (5.8 %)
- AZ (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 11 |
| 1910-1920 | 93 |
| 1920-1930 | 136 |
| 1930-1940 | 77 |
| 1940-1950 | 68 |
| 1950-1960 | 71 |
| 1960-1970 | 115 |
| 1970-1980 | 184 |
| 1980-1990 | 326 |
| 1990-2000 | 599 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,083 |
| 2010-2019 | 889 |
| 2020-2029 | 472 |
Famous people named Obed
- Obed Gomez: Artist, Painter
Fun facts
- In the Bible, Obed is a crucial figure in the lineage of King David and Jesus Christ.
- The name comes from the Hebrew root meaning to serve or worship.