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Obediah

oh-buh-DEE-uh

Popularity

#11902

rising

Letters

7

Syllables

4

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

220

Peak Year

#8 in 1954

First Recorded

1912

Style

Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

A Hebrew name meaning 'servant of God'. It is a biblical name associated with devotion and faith.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Obadiah Coldwell

    A historical figure known for his role in early American settlements.

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Personality Traits

DevoutFaithfulResilientWise

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