Boden
Boden is a boy name of Germanic origin meaning “Messenger, herald”, pronounced BOH-den. It ranked #769 in the United States in 2025, given to 333 babies, and peaked at #757 in 2023. Common nicknames: Bo, Denny.
How popular is Boden in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Boden mean, and where does it come from?
Boden is the extended form of the same Germanic root as Bode — bodo, "messenger" — and also survives as an English and Scandinavian surname, with a Swedish town of the name in the far north. In American use it belongs to the group of two-syllable boys' names ending in -en that has run from Aiden through Holden to Kaden, and it reached the top thousand in 2014. British parents tend to hear a clothing catalogue first, which has kept the name rarer there. Bo, the usual short form, is half the appeal.
How is Boden used around the world?
Boden is used in 1 languages worldwide.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Boden?
Famous People Named Boden
- Boden Kloss — English zoologist and naturalist of the Malay Peninsula
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Boden mean?
Boden is a boy name of Germanic origin meaning "Messenger, herald." Boden is the extended form of the same Germanic root as Bode — bodo, "messenger" — and also survives as an English and Scandinavian surname, with a Swedish town of the name in the far north. In American use it belongs to the group of two-syllable boys' names ending in -en that has run from Aiden through Holden to Kaden, and it reached the top thousand in 2014.
How do you pronounce Boden?
Boden is pronounced BOH-den. Common variations include Bodin, Bodyn, Boaden.
Is Boden a boy name?
Yes, Boden is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Bo, Denny.