Ovadia Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoh-VAH-dee-ah / /oʊˈvɑːdiə/Hebrew
Meaning
God is my shepherd
Historical & Cultural Background
Ovadia is of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical name Obadiah, which appears in the Old Testament. The name has been used in Jewish culture for centuries, often associated with themes of faith and guidance. It is also recognized in Christian contexts due to its biblical roots.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Obadiah
- Ovadias
International Variants
- Obadiah (English)
- Ovadia (Italian)
Famous people named Ovadia
Ovadia Yosef — Israeli rabbi and politician.
Ovadia Hillel — Israeli artist.
Fictional characters named Ovadia
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ovadia was first seen in the United States in 2011. Ovadia has ranked as high as #1369 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Ovadia has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ovadia (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 11 |