Bodey

“A variant of the name 'Bodhi', meaning enlightenment or awakening in Sanskrit.” — Associated with strength and a pursuit of knowledge

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3061US 2023

40Births / yr

↑Rising

478All-time births

📅 Since 199200

What does Bodey mean and where does it come from?

Initially used as a surname, Bodey has gained popularity as a given name in modern times in the United States. The name Bodhi has roots in Buddhism, referring to the state of enlightenment attained by the Buddha. Bodey is sometimes associated with strength and a pursuit of knowledge.

Cultural significance

Bodey has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of the name 'bodhi', meaning enlightenment or awakening in sanskrit..

Peak popularity

Reached #2904 in 2010 — currently #3061 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Bodey?

Bodey works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Bodey Grace

How popular is Bodey right now?

Rising fast — up 834 spots — currently #3061 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#3061 · Top 2.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3061	40	▲ up 834 · +43% births
2022	#3895	28	▲ up 133 · +8% births
2021	#4028	26	▼ down 186 · -4% births
2020	#3842	27	▼ down 633 · -25% births
2015	#3209	36	▼ down 305 · -12% births
2010	#2904	41	▲ up 2874 · +193% births
2005	#5778	14	▲ up 934 · +40% births
2000	#6712	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Bodey

Best Year2010Rank #2904

Peak Count41

Average Rank#4179

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Bodey

Bodey is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1992. With 478 total births recorded, Bodey remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6712 in 2000 to #3061 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Bodey in 2010:

Jacob Ethan Michael Jayden William

Bodey by decade

Bodey peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	27
2000s	168
2010s ★	256
2020s	27

💎Bodey has only 478 total recorded births since 1992 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Bodey?

Common

BodBodieBody

What names sound and feel like Bodey?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Bodey also consider these

Boney

American · Dweller by the

Kodey

American · A beloved name

Codey

American · descendant of the

Jodey

American · English

Bodee

American · A beloved name

Common questions about the name Bodey

What does the name Bodey mean?

Bodey means "A variant of the name 'Bodhi', meaning enlightenment or awakening in Sanskrit." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Bodey?

Bodey is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Bodey have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Bodey?

Bodey originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Bodey trending right now?

Bodey is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Bodey a common or rare name?

Bodey is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.