Ubaydah
Ubaydah is a Muslim boy name meaning “Little servant of God”.
| Meaning | Little servant of God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبيدة |
| Pronunciation | oo-BAY-dah |
| Arabic root | ع ب د (ʿ-b-d) — to worship, to serve |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ubaydah
ʿUbayda is a diminutive from the root ʿ-b-d, 'to worship, serve', meaning 'little servant' of God. It is famous through Abū ʿUbayda ibn al-Jarrāḥ, one of the ten promised Paradise, whom the Prophet ﷺ called 'the trustworthy one of this Ummah'. The Companion ʿUbayda ibn al-Ḥārith was among the first martyrs of Badr.
Is Ubaydah a Muslim name?
Yes. Ubaydah is a Muslim name, linked to the great Companion Abu Ubayda ibn al-Jarrah.
Where is the name Ubaydah used?
Obaida is common in Syria and Jordan; Ubaid and Ubaida in South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ubaydah mean?
Ubaydah means 'Little servant of God'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ubaydah a Muslim name?
Yes. Ubaydah is a Muslim name, linked to the great Companion Abu Ubayda ibn al-Jarrah.
How do you write Ubaydah in Arabic?
Ubaydah is written عبيدة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ubaydah?
Ubaydah is pronounced oo-BAY-dah.