Bodhi Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBOH-dee / /ˈboʊdi/Sanskrit; English
Meaning
Sanskrit: enlightenment; English: tree
Historical & Cultural Background
Bodhi is derived from the Sanskrit word 'bodhi', which means enlightenment or awakening, particularly in the context of Buddhism. The Bodhi tree is significant in Buddhist tradition as the tree under which Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment. The name has gained popularity in Western cultures, particularly in the 21st century, as a symbol of spiritual growth and awareness.
Trend Summary
Bodhi has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bodie
International Variants
- Bodhi (English)
Famous people named Bodhi
Bodhi Elfman is an American actor known for his roles in various television series and films.
Bodhi Rook is a character in the Star Wars franchise, known for his role in the film 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story'.
Fictional characters named Bodhi
Bodhi Rook is a character in the Star Wars franchise, known for his role in the film 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story'.
Bodhi is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bodhi was first seen in the United States in 1976. Bodhi has ranked as high as #487 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Washington, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Bodhi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bodhi (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 118 | |
| FL | 57 | |
| TX | 54 | |
| OH | 49 | |
| WA | 44 | |
| NC | 42 | |
| MI | 40 | |
| PA | 38 | |
| NY | 36 | |
| VA | 34 | |
| AZ | 33 | |
| MO | 31 | |
| UT | 31 | |
| IL | 29 | |
| IN | 29 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 51 |
| 2003 | 47 |
| 2004 | 55 |
| 2005 | 70 |
| 2006 | 105 |
| 2007 | 124 |
| 2008 | 138 |
| 2009 | 144 |
| 2010 | 225 |
| 2011 | 219 |
| 2012 | 238 |
| 2013 | 271 |
| 2014 | 436 |
| 2015 | 585 |
| 2016 | 920 |
| 2017 | 1,173 |
| 2018 | 1,090 |
| 2019 | 1,133 |
| 2020 | 1,152 |
| 2021 | 1,220 |
| 2022 | 1,124 |
| 2023 | 1,125 |
| 2024 | 1,110 |