Obera

“To be loved or cherished”

Nigeria origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#908US 2023

1.3kBirths / yr

→Stable

216All-time births

📅 Since 190300

What does Obera mean and where does it come from?

Obera is a name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, representing love and cherishment. It is relatively less common but carries significant cultural weight, often given to female children with the hope that they will be loved and cherished in life. The Igbo people have a rich tradition of naming that refle

Cultural significance

Obera has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Nigeria-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to be loved or cherished.

Peak popularity

Reached #1629 in 1907 — currently #908 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Obera?

Obera works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Obera Grace

How popular is Obera right now?

Holding steady — currently #908 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1905–2023#908 · Top 0.67%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#908	1,292	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#913	1,272	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#918	1,242	▲ up 3266 · +20600% births
1930	#4184	6	▼ down 1477 · -54% births
1925	#2707	13	▲ up 1410 · +86% births
1920	#4117	7	▼ down 2088 · -56% births
1915	#2029	16	▲ up 141 · +220% births
1905	#2170	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Obera

Best Year2023Rank #908

Peak Count1,292

Average Rank#2243

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1905 - 20238 years

The story of Obera

Obera entered American naming records in 1903 and has been in use for over 121 years. With 216 total births recorded, Obera remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2170 in 1905 to #908 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Obera in 1907:

Mary Helen Margaret Anna Ruth

Obera by decade

Obera peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →

Decade	Births
1900s	19
1910s	78
1920s ★	97
1930s	16
1950s	6

💎Obera has only 216 total recorded births since 1903 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Obera?

Common

ObeObObieOby

What names sound and feel like Obera?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Obera also consider these

Odera

Nigeria · a blessed child

Obeda

Arabic · servant of God

Overa

American · A creative variation

Nigeria · the one who

Obehi

Nigeria · Edo

Sotera

Greece · Savior or deliverer

Common questions about the name Obera

What does the name Obera mean?

Obera means "To be loved or cherished" — a name rooted in Nigeria tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Obera?

Obera is currently ranked #908 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Obera?

Obera originates from Nigeria tradition. Nigeria names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Obera?

Obera pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Nigeria heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Obera a common or rare name?

Obera is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.