Rising since 2009, #4,249 for boys today.
Popularity of Bohden since 2004
Babies named Bohden per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 72 |
| 2020s | 89 |
Meaning & origin
Bohden is a modern American name first recorded in 2004. It reached its peak rank of 4249 in 2025, with about 1 in 71,170 baby boys receiving the name. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2009, reflecting a broader trend of surnames and creatively spelled short names. Bohden has not been associated with any top states, suggesting its use is scattered across the country. Its similarity to Boden and Bowden gives it an English surname feel, while the phonetic spelling appeals to parents seeking a distinctive twist.
Bohden is a modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 2004. It appears to be a respelling of Boden or Bowden, surnames of English origin meaning 'shelter' or 'messenger'. The name has grown in use steadily since 2009, reflecting a trend of creatively spelled short, strong-sounding boy names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bo, Boh
Sibling names for Bohden
Names that share Bohden's style, for a brother or sister.
