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Current rank (2025)#3757
Babies named Obi in 202529
Total recorded299
Peak year2022 (37 babies)
Highest rank ever#3268
Years in records2007–2025 (18 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 2444 spots

Frequently asked about Obi

What does the name Obi mean?
Obi means “West African name” from Igbo roots.
What is the origin of the name Obi?
Obi has Igbo origin. The traditional meaning is “West African name”.
How popular is Obi?
Obi ranked #3757 in 2025 — given to 29 babies that year.
When was Obi most popular?
Obi peaked in 2022 with 37 babies registered that year.
Is Obi a boy or girl name?
Obi is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Obis in registered births are male.
Is the name Obi rising or falling in popularity?
Obi has risen 2444 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #6201 in 2020 to #3757 in 2025.
How long has Obi been recorded?
Obi appears in birth records across 18 years — from 2007 through 2025.

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