Bodie

Messenger, herald — a boy name of English origin

GenderBoy
OriginEnglish
MeaningMessenger, herald
PronunciationBOH-dee

Popularity of Bodie in the United States

#275Rank in 2025
1,249Births in 2025
#275 in 2025Peak Popularity
↑ Rising10-Year Trend

Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Meaning & Origin of Bodie

Bodie functions both as a variant spelling of Bodhi and as an independent English name traced to the Old English "boda," meaning "messenger" or "herald." The spelling also recalls Bodie, California, a well-preserved 19th-century gold-mining ghost town named after prospector Waterman S. Body. Its rugged, outdoorsy sound has made it a popular choice among nature and Western-inspired baby names.

Variations & Nicknames

Variations

BodhiBodeeBoadie

Nicknames

Bo

Famous People Named Bodie

  • Bode Miller — American Olympic alpine ski racer (name variant)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Bodie mean?

Bodie is a boy name of English origin meaning "Messenger, herald." Bodie functions both as a variant spelling of Bodhi and as an independent English name traced to the Old English "boda," meaning "messenger" or "herald." The spelling also recalls Bodie, California, a well-preserved 19th-century gold-mining ghost town named after prospector Waterman S.

How do you pronounce Bodie?

Bodie is pronounced BOH-dee. Common variations include Bodhi, Bodee, Boadie.

Is Bodie a boy name?

Yes, Bodie is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Bo.

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