Obi
Boy nameObi has been given to 299 babies in the U.S. since 2007. It peaked in 2022. In 2025, about 1 in 58,899 boys was named Obi.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
299
Peak year
2022 (37 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2007
10-year trend
▲ +190%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Obi — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Obi.
FAQ
How popular is the name Obi?
Obi has been given to 299 babies in the U.S. since 2007. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Obi peak?
Obi peaked in 2022, when 37 babies were given the name.
Is Obi a girl or boy name?
Obi is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Obi are boys).
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