Obama - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Obama \o-ba-

is of African origin, has the meaning "crooked, somewhat bent". Made famous by American President Barack Obama. Obama was originally his grandfather's given name.

Similar baby names are Obadiah, Obie, Obed and Obi.

Obama is an uncommon first name for men and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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