Bodhi
Bodhi is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin meaning “awakening, enlightenment.” It ranked #265 in the United States in 2025. Bodhi means 'awakening' or 'enlightenment' in Sanskrit and Pali.
how do you pronounce Bodhi?
BOH-dee
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what does Bodhi mean?
The name Bodhi means “awakening, enlightenment.” It comes from the Sanskrit language tradition.
Bodhi means 'awakening' or 'enlightenment' in Sanskrit and Pali. The Bodhi Tree in Bodh Gaya, India, is where Siddhartha Gautama sat in meditation and attained enlightenment, becoming the Buddha. The name has surged in popularity worldwide, embraced by parents drawn to its spiritual depth and modern sound.
where does the name Bodhi come from?
The only source retrieved for Bodhi is a brief Wiktionary note stating that its modern English use as a given name comes from the word bodhi and has been influenced by characters in films and comics; the source doesn't itself spell out a Buddhist awakening or enlightenment meaning, or the Bodhi Tree story given elsewhere, so those specifics aren't confirmed by what was retrieved.
the history of Bodhi
Nothing further about the name's history is given beyond this modern-usage note and its connection to media characters.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #265 |
| 2024 | #301 |
| 2023 | #294 |
| 2022 | #300 |
| 2021 | #284 |
| 2020 | #295 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Bodhi?
- Bodhi Elfman (American actor)
- Bodhi (character in the film Point Break)
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what names go well with Bodhi?
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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