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Current rank (2025)#12008
Babies named Obediah in 20255
Total recorded225
Peak year1954 (8 babies)
Highest rank ever#2488
Years in records1912–2025 (39 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 413 spots

Frequently asked about Obediah

What does the name Obediah mean?
Obediah means “Connected to the divine — a name rooted in spiritual meaning” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Obediah?
Obediah has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Connected to the divine — a name rooted in spiritual meaning”.
How popular is Obediah?
Obediah ranked #12008 in 2025 — given to 5 babies that year.
Is Obediah a boy or girl name?
Obediah is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Obediahs in registered births are male.
Is the name Obediah rising or falling in popularity?
Obediah has fallen 413 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #11595 in 2020 to #12008 in 2025.
How long has Obediah been recorded?
Obediah appears in birth records across 39 years — from 1912 through 2025.

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