Bodhi is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #108 in 2022 with 513 recorded births. This places Bodhi in the top 2% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 561 births ranking #97. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 554 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.