boy · Igbo

Oby

/OBY/

Meaning: Heart

Oby at a glance

Meaning: Heart
Origin: Igbo
Religion: Christian
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: OBY
Syllables: 2
Popularity: uncommon
Variants & Spellings: Obi, Obiya, Obyn, Obini, Obinya, Obiyiya

Lucky details for Oby

Number: 1
Color: Golden Yellow
Stone: Ruby
Flower: Sunflower
Day: Sunday
Planet: Sun
Zodiac: Leo
Metal: Gold

Oby is a Igbo name meaning “heart”. It is a spelling variant of Obi and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Oby for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with independent, pioneering, naturally in charge. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Oby reduce to 1, a number linked with Sun and with people who are confident, original, decisive, protective of family.

Numerology

Chaldean value 1 — Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge.

Personality

Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge

Positive Traits

Confident, original, decisive, protective of family

Negative Traits

Can be stubborn and dislikes being told what to do

Career Suggestions

Entrepreneurship, leadership roles, design, sport

Middle Names

Om Oriona Oscaara

Sibling Names

Amara Chiome Adeeyah Nneciya

Compatible Names

Chidi Cheeddi Emek Emekiyia Obiyah Uchenah

FAQs about the name Oby

What does the name Oby mean?

Oby means “heart” and comes from a Igbo root.

Is Oby a boy or girl name?

Oby is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Oby?

Oby is pronounced OBY (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Oby?

The lucky number for Oby is 1, ruled by Sun.

What are good nicknames for Oby?

Popular short forms include Oby.