Obey
boy nameObey entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #3538 in 1943, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
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rank today
#3538
peak (1943)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3815 |
| 1940s | #3538 |
| 1950s | #3886 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Obey are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Obey alive today was born around 1943, making them about 82 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Obey in 2025?
- Obey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Obey most popular?
- Obey peaked in 1943, reaching #3538 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Obey with classmates?
- Obey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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