OBI
Obi
Obi is a British surname with Nigerian origins, derived from the Igbo language. The name holds cultural significance, as "Obi" in Igbo refers to the heart of the home or community and is traditionally used as a title for a leader or elder within the community.
The surname Obi is believed to have been brought to the United Kingdom by Nigerian immigrants and their descendants. Over time, the name has been adopted by British families of Nigerian heritage, as well as by individuals of other backgrounds who have married into families with the Obi surname.
Today, individuals with the surname Obi can be found across the United Kingdom, with notable individuals making contributions in various fields such as business, academia, arts, and sports.
The Obi surname serves as a reminder of the strong cultural ties that exist between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, reflecting the diversity and richness of British society.
There are approximately 1,148 people named Obi in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,645th most common surname in Britain. Around 18 in a million people in Britain are named Obi.
Region of origin: Africa
Country of origin: Nigeria
Language of origin: Yoruba
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Augustine
- Bertram
- Daniel
- Henry
- Ifeanyi
- John
- Joseph
- Kenneth
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
Female
- Ann
- Chidinma
- Chioma
- Christina
- Esther
- Karen
- Margaret
- Maureen
- Ngozi
- Rachel
- Rita
- Stella
- Vivian