Meaning & Origin
The son of Ruth and Boaz, father of Jesse and grandfather of David, grandson of Naomi.
Obed is a boy's baby name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'servant' or 'worshipper of God,' from the root ʿāḇaḏ (to serve). In the Bible, Obed was the son of Ruth and Boaz, grandfather of King David, making him part of the lineage of Jesus in Christian tradition.
Obed is rare but deeply rooted in scripture — a name that carries quiet dignity and profound Old Testament heritage for families who value biblical meaning.