Little servant of God
Obaida is a diminutive form of the Arabic word for servant or worshiper. It carries a sense of humility and devotion, often specifically implying a servant of the Divine. It is a name with deep historical roots in the Islamic tradition.
Less common today
Obaida isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,557 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Commander and companion of the Prophet Muhammad
Syrian professional footballer