Bode
BOH-dee
Popularity
#804
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
4,410
Peak Year
#312 in 2024
First Recorded
1998
Style
Modern & Trendy, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A Frisian name meaning 'messenger' or 'commander'. It can also be a short form of names like Bodhi, meaning 'awakening' (Sanskrit).
Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Bode Miller
American former World Cup alpine ski racer
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