Bodhi
Bodhi: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Bodhi
- A male given name from Sanskrit.
Etymology
Modern English usage from bodhi; influenced by characters in films and comics.
How popular is Bodhi?
Since 1880, 562 girls and 14,292 boys in the U.S. have been named Bodhi (4% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2566 in 2019. Its highest rank for boys was #265 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #265 for boys, with 1,331 babies given the name.
Names similar to Bodhi
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Bodhi
Sister and brother names that share Bodhi's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Bodhi FAQ
What does the name Bodhi mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit. Modern English usage from bodhi; influenced by characters in films and comics.
What is the origin of the name Bodhi?
Bodhi is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Bodhi?
Since 1880, 562 girls and 14,292 boys in the U.S. have been named Bodhi (4% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2566 in 2019. Its highest rank for boys was #265 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #265 for boys, with 1,331 babies given the name.
Is Bodhi a boy or girl name?
Bodhi is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 562 girls and 14,292 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.