Obaida
Arabic · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Obaida
Obaida is an Arabic name derived from the root 'aba'd' meaning "to serve" or "to worship," and literally translates to "one who serves" or "servant." The name is primarily used in Muslim-majority cultures and Arab communities, with historical significance in Islamic tradition as it was borne by several early Islamic scholars and companions of the Prophet Muhammad.
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Etymology
Obaida is an Arabic name derived from the root 'aba'd' meaning "to serve" or "to worship," and literally translates to "one who serves" or "servant." The name is primarily used in Muslim-majority cultures and Arab communities, with historical significance in Islamic tradition as it was borne by several early Islamic scholars and companions of the Prophet Muhammad.
Obaida currently ranks #5,543 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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