Abdias Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Abdias originates from Hebrew, meaning 'servant of God'. It evolved from the biblical name Obadiah and has variants in several languages. The name is associated with biblical relevance through the minor prophet Obadiah. It signifies faithfulness and devotion.
The name Abdias is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Abdias has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Abdias' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7892nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6617th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4291st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3150th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Abdias' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abdias"
Pronunciation
/æbˈdaɪəs/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Abdias is derived from the Hebrew name 'Obadiah', which means 'servant of God' or 'worshipper of Yahweh'.
Meaning
servant of God
Language Evolution
Obadiah (Hebrew), Abdias (Latin), Abdias (Spanish, Portuguese)
Biblical Background
Abdias is a variant of Obadiah, a prophet in the Hebrew Bible. The name appears in the Old Testament as that of a minor prophet.
Historical Usage
The name Abdias gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in Christian communities, due to the influence of biblical figures.
Variants & Derivatives
Obadiah, Abdiel, Abdias
Modern Popularity & Image
Abdias is relatively uncommon in modern times but carries a strong biblical connotation, often associated with faithfulness and servitude to God.
Famous People
Abdias of Babylon, a historical figure mentioned in early Christian writings.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abdias"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Abdias"
"Abdias" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7892nd of 10718 | 18 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6617th of 16616 | 87 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4291st of 24088 | 326 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3150th of 23106 | 444 |
Regional Popularity of "Abdias" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
38.89% 2844th/7313 |
49.12% 3666th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
37.94% 2588th/6822 |
48.04% 3015th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Abdias" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Abdias"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abdias" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.