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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Black volcanic glass
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- ob-SID-ee-ən
Obsidian is a Latin-origin name that means black volcanic glass, a short, striking image for a baby name. It's pronounced ob-SID-ee-ən, with the stress on the second syllable.
Meaning & Origin of Obsidian
Meaning: Black volcanic glass.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Obsidian
ob-SID-ee-ənIPA /əbˈsɪdiən/
Popularity of Obsidian
Obsidian is a rarely used name in the U.S.: it ranked #5176 in 2024 with 19 babies, just down from its peak of #5005 in 2023 with 20 babies. Those figures come from Social Security data covering 2013 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Obsidian mean?
Black volcanic glass. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Obsidian?
Obsidian is pronounced ob-SID-ee-ən (IPA: /əbˈsɪdiən/).
Is Obsidian a popular name right now?
Obsidian is near its all-time peak (#5005 in 2023), ranked #5176 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2013–2024.)
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