Bodhi is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #2636 in 2002 with 4 recorded births. This places Bodhi in the bottom 37% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 561 births ranking #97. In 2002, approximately 1 in every 72,072 boys born was named Bodhi. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Bodhi is a Sanskrit spiritual name meaning "awakening" or "enlightenment". It has a calm modern sound, but its roots are deeply tied to Buddhist thought.
The word bodhi is central in Buddhist tradition, where it refers to spiritual awakening. In modern baby naming, the name is often chosen for its peaceful feel as well as its philosophical meaning.