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ObaidahIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Servant

Pronunciation: oh-BAY-dah

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Name
Obaidah
Meaning
Servant
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
oh-BAY-dah
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Obaidah mean?

Obaidah is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Servant". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: oh-BAY-dah. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

عبدہ

عبد یا خادم کے معنی میں ایک مذکر نام

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

عبيدة

اسم علم مذكر من أصل عربي معناه العبد أو الخادم

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

oh-BAY-dah

IPA

/oʊˈbeɪdə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Obaidah is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Servant. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

GreenBlue

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, self-expression, and communication are the strengths of a person with the life path number 3. They possess a great talent for self-expression and are often very charming and artistic.

Personality

Personality Traits

LoyalBraveDevotedCompassionateEmpatheticSelfless

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name for those who are devoted to serving Allah and helping others.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Obaidah is of Arabic origin and is derived from the word "obaid" which translates to "one who serves, one who is a servant or helper." This name has cultural significance in the Islamic world, as helpers and servants hold a special place in Islamic teachings. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) recommended saying "Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik, Labbaik La Shareeka Laka Labbaik, Inna Al-Hamda Lil-Lahi Wa Ni'matal Waqta, Wa Minal-Lahu Wa-Lana Al-Hisab" (Here I am, O Allah, Here I am, No partner have You, Here I am, Absolutely, altogether, and from me and from them, and I will render account) when answering the call to Hajj pilgrimage. This phrase emphasizes complete submission and servitude to Allah, and reflects the importance of serving and helping one another in Islamic communities.
In Islamic beliefs, Obaidah, or being a servant of Allah, holds great spiritual importance. Muslims are encouraged to serve Allah through obedience to His commands, striving towards personal spiritual growth, and serving and helping others. The name reinforces the concept that every person has a role to play in the community, whether as a servant, teacher, healer, or caretaker, with the ultimate goal of serving Allah and fulfilling His purpose for us. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is reported to have said, "None of you will believe until he loves me more than his father, his children and all mankind." (Bukhari and Muslim) This Hadith teaches us to prioritize love and devotion to Allah over all other earthly relationships, and essentially emphasizes the spiritual significance of living a life in obedience and service to Allah.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Companion of the Prophet Muhammad The name Obaidah carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Obaidah

Servant or worshiper, derived from Arabic root 'abd'

🇵🇰Urdu

عبدہ

عبد یا خادم کے معنی میں ایک مذکر نام

🇸🇦Arabic

عبيدة

اسم علم مذكر من أصل عربي معناه العبد أو الخادم

🇮🇳Hindi

उबैदा

उबैदा का अर्थ है सेवक या दास

🇦🇫Pashto

عبيدہ

د بندګۍ یا خدمت معنا لرونکی مذکر نوم

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