Bohdana

gift from God
Ukrainian origin · Girl name
3% boys97% girls
#1678US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile

What does Bohdana mean and where does it come from?

Bohdana is derived from the Slavic element 'Boh', meaning 'God', combined with 'dana', meaning 'given'.

Cultural significance
Bohdana is a feminine form of the male name Bohdan, commonly used in Ukrainian culture.
Peak popularity
Reached #1678 in 2015 — currently #1678 in the US.
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How else can you spell Bohdana?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Bohdana?

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

Bohdana Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Bohdana Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Bohdana Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Bohdana Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Bohdana Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
Bohdana Dream
One syllable · vintage charm
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Middle Names
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How popular is Bohdana right now?

Holding steady — currently #1678 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1678 · Top 1.2%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#167810stable
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💎Bohdana is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Bohdana?

Common
BohBoAna

Common questions about the name Bohdana

What does the name Bohdana mean?
Bohdana means "gift from God" — a name rooted in Ukrainian 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 Bohdana?
Bohdana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Bohdana?
Bohdana originates from Ukrainian tradition. Ukrainian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Bohdana?
Bohdana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Norse heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Bohdana more of a girl or boy name?
Bohdana is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.