Obi

Gender
Unisex (Masculine & Feminine | Boys and Girls)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Obi has multiple meanings in Igbo, including "heart" or "one who is happy." It can also refer to the ornamental sash worn with traditional African clothing.
Popularity
The popularity of the name Obi is not widely tracked in global databases due to its relatively uncommon usage outside of West Africa.

cartoon of the name Obi
Cartoon of Obi

Obi Name meanings & History

Obi is a name of African origin, specifically from the Igbo tribe in Nigeria. The name Obi has multiple meanings in Igbo, including "heart" or "one who is happy." It can also refer to the ornamental sash worn with traditional African clothing. Means "heart" in Igbo. The name Obi has primarily been used within the Igbo community in Nigeria and other West African countries. However, it has also been adopted by some parents in the United States and other Western countries as a unique and culturally significant name.

Zodiac Sign of Obi: Obstinate Cancer,Obsessive Scorpio

Synonyms of Obi:

O: Organized,Obsolete,Obstinate,Obsessive,Ostentatious

B: Brains,Bountiful,Beauty,Bashful

I: Indulgence,Intimate,Involved

Obi is:

  • a Refined name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Wholesome name

2.) OBI (Male)

Usage: African

Meanings: Heart. Ibo, Nigeria. (O-BEE)


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