Rising since 1990, #275 for boys today.
Popularity of Bodie since 1920
Babies named Bodie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 11 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 19 |
| 1960s | 62 |
| 1970s | 107 |
| 1980s | 107 |
| 1990s | 252 |
| 2000s | 1,035 |
| 2010s | 2,292 |
| 2020s | 4,710 |
Meaning & origin
Bodie first appeared on U.S. records in 1920 but remained rare for decades. Its resurgence began in the 1990s, and it has been rising steadily ever since, reaching its peak rank of 275 in 2025. That year, approximately 1 in 1,368 boys were named Bodie, reflecting its growing appeal. The name is most popular in Vermont, Idaho, and Alaska, suggesting a preference in outdoor-oriented, nature-loving regions. Parents drawn to the spiritual depth of Bodhi often choose this spelling for its more casual, Americanized feel, blending modern trendiness with ancient roots.
Bodie is likely a phonetic variant of Bodhi, a Sanskrit term meaning 'enlightenment' or 'awakening', central to Buddhism. The name entered modern usage as a given name, often chosen for its spiritual connotations. The spelling with '-ie' is a common English diminutive or affectionate suffix, giving it a friendly, approachable feel.
Where Bodie is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Bodie” around the world
Where Bodie lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
New Zealand
15
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland) · NZ Dept of Internal Affairs (New Zealand).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bo
Sibling names for Bodie
Names that share Bodie's style, for a brother or sister.
