Oberyn
Meaning of Oberyn
Oberyn is a male given name that combines medieval Germanic origins with contemporary fantasy appeal. It appears to be a creative variant of the name Oberon—derived from Germanic elements meaning “over” and “realm” and popularized by Shakespeare—and achieved wider recognition through Prince Oberyn Martell in George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire and its television adaptation. Pronounced oh-BER-in (/oʊˈbɛrɪn/), the name offers an exotic yet approachable sound in English. In the United States, annual newborn registrations have ranged between six and eighteen since 2015, placing it consistently between the 897th and 932nd ranks. This modest but steady usage suggests an understated appeal for parents seeking a distinctive, literarily rooted name without veering into impractical obscurity.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as oh-BER-in (/oʊˈbɛrɪn/)
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