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Obed

Name meaning, origin, pronunciation, and popularity rankings

Pronunciation
How to pronounce Obed
ARPA
OW0 B EH1 D
IPA
owbd
Name Statistics
Key metrics and characteristics of Obed

Structure

Character Count
4
Syllable Count
2
Vowel Ratio
50%
Name Family
obed

Usability

Pronunciation Difficulty1/10

Easy to pronounce

International Friendliness10/10

Works well across languages

Pronunciation Breakdown
Detailed phonetic analysis of how to say Obed

Syllables (2)

OW0 B EH1 D

Bold syllables indicate primary stress

Sound Breakdown

OW0
oat (oʊ)
B
bee (b)
EH1
Ed (ɛ)
D
dee (d)

International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)

owbd

Standard international representation

Pronunciation Tips

• This name has 2 syllables. Take your time with each part.

• Emphasize the syllable marked in bold for correct pronunciation.

Name DNA Profile
The unique character and personality of Obed

Name Personality

The Classic
Classic
Timeless
Strong

Key Characteristics

Length
Short

Concise and memorable

Rhythm
Flowing

Balanced rhythm

Sound
Balanced

Mix of vowels and consonants

Ease
Simple

Easy for most speakers

Global
Universal

Works across cultures

Heritage
obed

Part of this name family

Letter Frequency

o×1
b×1
e×1

Most frequent letters in Obed

Visual Pattern

Tall bars = vowels, Short bars = consonants

Name Statistics

📊
Syllables
2 syllables
🗣️
Ease of Pronunciation
Very Easy
1/10 difficulty
🌍
International Friendliness
Excellent
10/10 global ease
Pronunciation Difficulty Comparison

How does Obed compare to the average name?

Obed1/10 😊
Average Name5.0/10
5.0

Obed is easier than average by 4.0 points.

Difficulty Scale:

Very Easy (0–2)← Obed
Easy (2–4)
Moderate (4–6)
Challenging (6–8)
Difficult (9–11)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Name Family

Names related to Obed (root: obed)

Current Name

Obed

Related Names (9)

Short variations:

Obeda
Obe
Obead
Obear
Obee
Obehi
Obel

Medium variations:

Obeded
Obediah

Obed belongs to a family of 10 related names.

Name Meaning
What Obed means

obed dinner, middaymeal

Meaning Theme
The emotional tone and themes in Obed's meanings

Primary Theme

📖
Descriptive

Based on origin, place, or historical context

Theme Distribution

Descriptive
1
Name Numerology
Numerological analysis and letter patterns for Obed

Life Path Number

8
The Achiever

Natural executives who excel at manifesting material success and authority.

Ambitious
Powerful
Business-minded
Authoritative

Most Common Letters

o×1
b×1
e×1
d×1

Sound Composition

Vowels
2(50%)
Consonants
2(50%)

Consonant-heavy names tend to sound more crisp and strong

Numerology Breakdown

o6
b2
e5
d4

Each letter is assigned a number (1-9). These are added together and reduced to find your Life Path Number.

Country Rankings
How popular Obed is around the world
CountryGenderRankYears
United Statesboy#8831880-1880
Country Comparison
How Obed ranks across different countries

Showing top 1 countries by ranking (lower rank = more popular)

Similar Names
Names similar to Obed
ObedObedaObededObediahObeObeadObearObeeObehiObel

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce Obed?
IPA: /owbd/ ARPA: OW0 B EH1 D This name is very easy to pronounce.
How many syllables are in Obed?
Obed has 2 syllables.
Is Obed easy to pronounce?
Yes, Obed is very easy to pronounce. It has simple, common sounds that most people can say without difficulty.
Is Obed easy to pronounce internationally?
Yes, Obed is extremely international-friendly (10/10). It uses sounds that are common across many languages and cultures, making it easy for people worldwide to pronounce.
What names are similar to Obed?
Names similar to Obed include: Obeda, Obeded, Obediah, Obe, Obead. These names share similar sounds or roots.
Is Obed a good baby name?
Obed makes an excellent baby name! It's easy to pronounce and internationally friendly, making it a great choice for parents looking for these qualities in a name.
Is Obed a boy or girl name?
Obed can be used for any gender, though usage varies by culture and region. Check the rankings section to see gender distribution patterns.
How do you spell Obed?
The name is spelled Obed. Common spelling variations include: Obeda, Obeded, Obediah.
What does the name Obed mean?
The meaning and origin of Obed can be found in the "Meaning & Origin" section above. Names often carry rich cultural, historical, and linguistic significance.