Ovadia

Ovadia is a masculine name with Hebrew origins, derived from the name Obadiah, meaning 'servant of God' or 'worshipper of Yahweh.' The name appears in the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible, where Obadiah was a prophet whose writings constitute the shortest book in the Hebrew Bible. Ovadia represents the Sephardic Jewish pronunciation and spelling of this traditional name. It has remained particularly common among Sephardic Jewish communities, especially those with Mediterranean or Middle Eastern roots. The name carries spiritual significance while offering a distinctive sound profile with its flowing vowels. Though uncommon in mainstream Western usage, Ovadia has a timeless quality that connects to ancient traditions while functioning well in contemporary settings.

Pronounced oh-vah-DY-uh.

As of October 2026, Ovadia ranked #7085 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #5455 for boys in 2017.