Obie

African, Igbo
"heart"

Obie Origin and Meaning

The name Obie is a boy's name.

Obie is traditionally a diminutive form of names like Obadiah, a Hebrew name meaning 'servant of God,' or sometimes Aubrey or Oscar. This friendly nickname has occasionally been used as a standalone name, particularly in Southern United States and African American communities. Obie has a warm, approachable quality with its simple two-syllable structure and friendly sound. The name experienced modest popularity in the early to mid-20th century but remains relatively uncommon as a given name. It carries cultural connections to American blues and folk traditions through several notable musicians named Obie. The name strikes a balance between feeling vintage and folksy while remaining distinctive in contemporary settings. For parents, Obie offers a friendly, unpretentious option with historical roots but a relaxed, accessible character.

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Famous People Named Obie

  • Obie Trice
    American rapper
  • Obie Bermúdez
    Puerto Rican singer
  • Renaldo "Obie" Benson
    American R&B singer of The Four Tops
  • Obadiah Nelson "Obie" Trotter
    American,Hungarian basketball player
  • Obie Scott Wade
    American TV producer
  • Petrus Cornelius Jacobus "Obie" Oberholzer
    South African photographer

The name Obie in Pop Culture

  • Obie
    award for Off,Broadway (OB) plays
  • Overton "Obie" Wakefield Jones
    character on TV's "Living Single"