Obaida
Obaida is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Little servant of God, devoted worshipper”.
| Meaning | Little servant of God, devoted worshipper |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبيدة |
| Pronunciation | oo-BAI-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Gulf States, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Obaida
Obaida renders ʿUbayda, which turns ʿabd, servant of God, into a diminutive. Even though it ends in -a, it is a name for boys. Its fame rests on Abu ʿUbayda ibn al-Jarrāḥ, who was among the ten Companions promised Paradise and whom the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ described as the trustworthy one of this community. Families in Syria, Jordan, Palestine and the Gulf choose it often.
Is Obaida a Muslim name?
Obaida is an Arabic boy's name, made famous among Muslims by the Companion Abu ʿUbayda ibn al-Jarrah.
How popular is Obaida?
Obaida is popular in Syria, Jordan, Palestine and the Gulf, where it is often written Obaida or Obaidah.
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Spellings and variants of Obaida
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Obaida mean?
Obaida means 'Little servant of God, devoted worshipper'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Obaida a Muslim name?
Obaida is an Arabic boy's name, made famous among Muslims by the Companion Abu ʿUbayda ibn al-Jarrah.
How do you pronounce Obaida?
Obaida is pronounced oo-BAI-dah.
Is Obaida a boy or girl name?
Obaida is usually a boy name.