Oba

Oba Meaning & Origin

About Oba
The name "Oba" is of African origin, specifically Yoruba, and it means "king" or "ruler." It is a title given to a monarch or a person of high authority and power in Yoruba culture. The name carries a sense of leadership, nobility, and respect, reflecting the significance of traditional African royalty.

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Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Oba are male.

Oba Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has remained the same by 0% over the past year.

Pronunciation

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AP
🗽 NYSIIS
OA
🔊 Soundex
O100
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
OW1 B AH0
🌐 IPA
/ˈoʊbə/
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('AP', '')
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O100

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Oba in Braille

Here's how to represent Oba in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Oba in braille

How to Spell the Name Oba in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Oba using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Oba in sign language

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