All about the name

Obry

Male

« Obry is a Polish boys' name derived from Obywatel, meaning 'citizen', and signifying 'from the mountains'. It was traditionally given to nobles but is now rarely used outside Poland. »

#38130 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

The name Obry is of Polish origin and means "from the mountains". It is a diminutive form of the name Obywatel, which means "citizen". The name has a rich history in Poland and was often given to boys born into noble families. Today, it is still used as a given name but is relatively rare outside of Poland. Some famous people with the name Obry include Obrycki, a Polish footballer, and Obryant, an American businessman. Despite its historical significance, the meaning behind the name Obry remains largely unknown to those outside of Poland.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Obry since 1880

Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
1916
5 births
in 1916
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years