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Obed

“Servant, worshipper”

OH-bed Hebrew, Biblical origin 4 letters 2 syllables
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Obed

Servant, worshipper

Hebrew, Biblical

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Origin

Syllables

2

About this name

Obed is a Hebrew name meaning servant or worshipper. He was the son of Ruth and Boaz and the grandfather of King David.

It means "Servant, worshipper." Obed has Hebrew and Biblical origins. Obed has a popularity score of 40 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is pronounced OH-bed. It has 2 syllables and 4 letters.

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What does the name Obed mean?

The name Obed means "Servant, worshipper."

What origin is the name Obed?

Obed has Hebrew and Biblical origins.

Is Obed a boy or girl name?

Obed is traditionally a boy's name.

How do you pronounce Obed?

Obed is pronounced OH-bed.

Is Obed popular?

Obed has a popularity score of 40 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue.

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