Bodhi: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced BOH-dee · 2 syllables
Bodhi means “awakening, enlightenment”, from Indian.
Modern English usage from bodhi; influenced by characters in films and comics.
- Meaning
- awakening, enlightenment
- Origin
- Indian
- Pronunciation
- BOH-dee
- US rank (2025)
- #265
- US babies a year
- about 1,223 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Bodhi?
Bodhi was the #265 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,331 babies. It’s rising: up 239% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #265 |
| England & Wales | #152 |
| Scotland | #372 |
| Northern Ireland | #334 |
| Ireland | #161 |
| Canada | #343 |
| Australia | #63 |
How old are people named Bodhi?
Half of US adults named Bodhi are older than 21; most are between 18 and 33. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Bodhi
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Bodhi
What does the name Bodhi mean?
Bodhi means “awakening, enlightenment”. It comes from Indian.
How do you pronounce Bodhi?
Bodhi is pronounced BOH-dee.
How popular is the name Bodhi?
Bodhi was the #265 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,331 babies. It’s rising: up 239% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Bodhi?
Half of US adults named Bodhi are older than 21. Most are between 18 and 33.