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Obama

oh-BAH-mah

"Bending, leaning, little beach"

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The name Obama is boy's name of Japanese, African origin meaning "bending or leaning; little beach". The surname of the 44th US President has been been adopted as a first, for girls as well as boys, by admiring parents around the world. And the O beginning even makes it fashionable. Though Barack Obama's name derives from the Luo people of Kenya, Obama is also a Japanese place name and a surname that means "little beach."

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What does the name Obama mean?
Obama means "Bending, leaning, little beach". It is associated with African, Japanese naming traditions.
What is the origin of the name Obama?
Obama has African, Japanese origins and is often linked to the meaning "Bending, leaning, little beach".
How do you pronounce Obama?
Obama is pronounced oh-BAH-mah.
Is Obama a boy or girl name?
Obama is typically used as a boy's name.
What is the story behind the name Obama?
The name Obama is boy's name of Japanese, African origin meaning "bending or leaning; little beach". The surname of the 44th US President has been been adopted as a first, for girls as well as boys, by admiring parents around the world. And the O beginning even makes it fashionable. Though Barack Obama's name derives from the Luo people of Kenya, Obama is also a Japanese pla...

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