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ObidiahChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Servant of the Lord

Pronunciation: /əˈbɪdiə/, /ˈoʊbɪdiə/

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Name
Obidiah
Meaning
Servant of the Lord
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/əˈbɪdiə/, /ˈoʊbɪdiə/
Lucky Number
13
13
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Obidiah mean?

Obidiah is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Servant of the Lord". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: /əˈbɪdiə/, /ˈoʊbɪdiə/. Lucky number: 13. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Οβεδιας

Servant of the LORD

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/əˈbɪdiə/, /ˈoʊbɪdiə/

IPA

[oˈbedjas], [oˈbeðjas]

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Obidiah is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Servant of the Lord. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

13

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

BlackPurple

Lucky Stone

Onyx

Life Path Number

8

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 8 are natural leaders and organizers. They are ambitious, powerful, and resourceful. Eights are known for their strength and tenacity.

Personality

Personality Traits

FaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name for those who desire to serve God faithfully.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Obadiah is a Biblical name with deep roots in Judeo-Christian traditions. It is a name associated with a figure of strength, bravery, and devotion in the holy texts. The name carries a sense of pride and connection to a rich cultural heritage, inspiring those who bear it with courage and determination.
The name Obadiah holds immense spiritual significance for Christians, representing a constant reminder of one's servitude to the Lord. It serves as a daily inspiration to live a life dedicated to God, ensuring that every decision, endeavor, and action reflects a humble and obedient servant's heart. The name perpetuates the divine connection between the believer and their Creator, driving them to continually seek guidance, grew in faith, and serve others in love.

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Obidiah

Servant of the LORD

🇮🇱Hebrew

עובדיה

Servant of the LORD

🇬🇷Greek

Οβεδιας

Servant of the LORD

🇮🇹Latin

Obedias

Servant of the LORD

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