Every parent wants an obedient child who will listen and do what they are told to do. Wishes like this that parents have for their children can be reflected in the names given to their children. A name with a significant meaning is very important to some parents as they believe it can affect their child’s future.
Some parents might look for a name with a specific meaning, like ‘lucky’ or ‘happy,’ as a wish for their child’s future. Others might prefer to choose a more descriptive name of a quality their child already possesses, like ‘sweet’ or ‘beautiful.’ A name that means ‘obedient’ could fall into either of those categories.
Many of the names on this list come from cultures where obedience is highly prized in a child. For example, Adina and Saamiah are both Arabic names meaning ‘obedient’ or ‘understanding.’ A child who hears and understands the reason behind a command or request is more likely to be obedient.
Desya is a Russian name meaning ‘obedient’ but also ‘moderate’ or ‘modest,’ qualities that are also highly valued in daughters.
Obedience doesn’t necessarily mean a repressed child as some might fear; it is more about respecting the parent’s wishes and directions as the parent guides their child through the difficulties of life.
Aadheen
Meaning: A Humble Person
Origin: Muslim
Gender: Boy
Aaisha
Meaning: Obedient
Origin: Arabic
Gender: Girl
Abbud
Meaning: Obedient
Origin: Hindi
Gender: Boy
Adina/Adeena
Meaning: Obedient or understanding
Origin: Arabic
Gender: Girl
Desya
Meaning: Obedient but also moderate or modest
Origin: Russian
Gender: Girl
Ekanag
Meaning: Obedient
Origin: Persian
Gender: Boy
Hafad
Meaning: Obedient
Origin: Muslim
Gender: Boy
Ishmaiah
Meaning: Hearing or obeying the Lord
Origin: Biblical
Gender: Boy
Izum
Meaning: Obedient
Origin: Urdu
Gender: Boy
Mishma
Meaning: Hearing, obeying
Origin: Biblical
Gender: Boy
Munqad
Meaning: Obedient
Origin: Arabic
Gender: Boy
Muti
Meaning: Obedient
Origin: Muslim
Gender: Boy
Praney
Meaning: Obedient
Origin: Hindi
Gender: Boy
Qanit
Meaning: Obedient, Submissive, Humble, God-fearing
Origin: Muslim
Gender: Boy
Raameen
Meaning: Obedient
Origin: Urdu
Gender: Girl
Saamiah
Meaning: Obedient or understanding
Origin: Arabic
Gender: Girl
Sakhan
Meaning: Obedient
Origin: Arabic
Gender: Boy
Shema
Meaning: Hearing, obeying
Origin: Biblical
Gender: Boy
Shimrath
Meaning: Hearing, obedient
Origin: Biblical
Gender: Boy
Simao
Meaning: Obedient
Origin: Biblical
Gender: Boy
Simeon
Meaning: Obedient; listening
Origin: Hebrew
Gender: Boy
Zalool
Meaning: Obedient
Origin: Arabic
Gender: Boy
