Obi
boy name#3757 in 2025Obi entered the US charts in 2007, peaked at #3216 in 2022, ranks #3757 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2007–2025
#3757
rank today
#3216
peak (2022)
29
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #8973 |
| 2010s | #7832 |
| 2020s | #3879 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Obi has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 300 people named Obi are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Obi is a kid of about 4 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Obi in 2025?
- Obi ranks #3757 among US boy names in 2025, with 29 babies given the name.
- When was the name Obi most popular?
- Obi peaked in 2022, reaching #3216 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Obi with classmates?
- Obi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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