Bodhi

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Bodhi Pronunciation

Bodhi is pronounced BOH-dee /ˈboʊ.di/High

Meaning: From Sanskrit/Pali bodhi, 'awakening, enlightenment' — the Buddha's tree of insight; here for girlsHigh

In 30 seconds: Enlightenment under the fig tree — for a daughter: Bodhi is the awakening the Buddha found, surf-cool and serene, crossing brightly to girls.

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Origin HighSanskrit

MeaningFrom Sanskrit/Pali bodhi, 'awakening, enlightenment' — the Buddha's tree of insight; here for girls

U.S. rank (2024)#3963 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births37 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 530

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Bodhi comes from Sanskrit and Pali bodhi, 'awakening, enlightenment' — the realization the Buddha attained beneath the Bodhi Tree. A surf-and-dharma favorite for boys (Point Break's Bodhi), it crosses to daughters; this page covers that use.

It registers thinly for girls in records. Rare for daughters, awakening at the root, and serene.

Did you know? The Bodhi Tree still grows at Bodh Gaya — a descendant of the very fig beneath which the Buddha woke — and pilgrims circle it daily.

Overall data confidence 85%

Behind the Name — Bodhi — etymology

Variations

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Nicknames

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Meera— shares Bodhi's Sanskrit roots

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Bodhi?

Bodhi is pronounced BOH-dee (/ˈboʊ.di/). Press play above to hear Bodhi said aloud.

How do you say Bodhi?

Bodhi is said BOH-dee (/ˈboʊ.di/). Press play above to hear Bodhi said aloud.

What does the name Bodhi mean?

Bodhi is Sanskrit for 'awakening, enlightenment' — the Buddha's realization.

Is Bodhi a boy or girl name?

Bodhi is mainly a boys' name; this page covers its use for girls.

How popular is Bodhi?

Bodhi is a rare name for girls in the U.S.