Originating from Arabic, the name Obaid is a male name that carries significant meaning. It translates to "little servant" or "worshipper" in English. The pronunciation of Obaid is oh-BAYD (/oʊˈbeɪd/). This name has variations such as Obayd. While it may not be very popular in the United States, with only a few occurrences in recent years, its uniqueness adds to its charm. With roots in the Arabic language, Obaid brings a sense of cultural richness and diversity to any child who bears this name.
Obaid Siddiqi FRS was an influential Indian National Research Professor and the Founder-Director of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) National Center for Biological Sciences, known for his groundbreaking work in behavioural neurogenetics using Drosophila. |
Mohammad Obaid Kamal is a former Indian first-class cricketer who later became a coach and selector for the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA). |
Obaid Haroon is an Indian cricketer. |