Obadiah
Meaning of Obadiah
Obadiah is a male name with a rich history and deep associations. It has its origins in the Hebrew language, derived from the elements "obh" meaning "servant" and "Yah" referring to God. In terms of pronunciation, both American English (pronounced as oh-BAY-dyuh) and British English (pronounced as oh-BAY-dyuh) share the same pronunciation for Obadiah.
Despite not being among the most popular names currently, Obadiah has seen consistent use over the years in the United States. In recent times, it has ranked around 1500th in terms of popularity. The name Obadiah carries a sense of strength, loyalty, and devotion due to its biblical origins. In the Bible, Obadiah was a prophet who demonstrated unwavering faithfulness to God.
Parents considering the name Obadiah for their baby can appreciate its unique sound and meaningful background. This timeless name offers an opportunity for their child to stand out while carrying an association with faithfulness and service. Whether they choose to pronounce it in American English or British English, Obadiah is a distinctive choice that holds deep spiritual significance.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as oh-BAY-dyuh (/əʊˈbeɪdʒə/)
American English
- Pronunced as oh-BAY-dyuh (/oʊˈbeɪdʒə/)
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Notable People Named Obadiah
| Obadiah Holmes was an early Rhode Island settler and Baptist minister who endured persecution for his religious beliefs and later became the pastor of the Baptist Church in Newport, Rhode Island. |
| Obadiah Grew was an English nonconformist minister. |
| Obadiah German was an American lawyer and politician, known for his service as a U.S. Senator from New York and Speaker of the New York State Assembly. |
| Obadiah Walker was a prominent English academic and the Master of University College, Oxford, from 1676 to 1688. |
| Obadiah Arthur Noel is a professional basketball player for the Westchester Knicks of the NBA G League, known for his college career with the UMass Lowell River Hawks. |
| Mat Weddle, also known as Obadiah Parker, is a singer-songwriter from Scottsdale, Arizona, known for his viral acoustic cover of Outkast's "Hey Ya!" on YouTube. |
| Obadiah Bowen was a pioneering pastor and community leader, known for being one of the first Black settlers in Alberta. |
| Obadiah Wheelock III was a political figure in Nova Scotia, representing Annapolis Township in the Nova Scotia House of Assembly from 1770 to 1774. |
