Bodie: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: b-ohd-ee-eh
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A modern spelling of Bodhi, often used creatively.

Bodie is a name with multiple origins and meanings, reflecting its diverse cultural influences. It is derived from the Sanskrit term "Bodhi," meaning "enlightenment" or "wisdom," and also has roots in Old English and Germanic languages, where it means "messenger" or "herald." Over time, the name has evolved from a surname to a given name, gaining popularity for its unique and strong sound. Bodie is a name that encourages a sharp, open mind and embodies qualities of confidence, adventure, and leadership. Historically, Bodie was more commonly used as a surname, but it has gained significant popularity as a first name in recent decades. It is now recognized as a gender-neutral name, suitable for both boys and girls.

Bodie Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Bodie is currently #1157 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Bodie is currently #1157 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Bodie is currently #558 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Bodie is currently #267 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Bodie is currently #595 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Bodie is currently #260 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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