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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Messenger (from the personal name Bode); also German 'ground, soil'
- Origin
- English and German surname
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- BOH-dun
Boden is a gender-neutral name with a clean, modern feel, pronounced BOH-dun. It started as an English and German surname, and it carries two meanings: 'messenger,' from the personal name Bode, and 'ground, soil' in German. It suits parents who want something short and grounded that works for any child.
Meaning & Origin of Boden
Meaning: Messenger (from the personal name Bode); also German 'ground, soil'.
Origin: English and German surname.
How to Pronounce Boden
BOH-dunIPA /ˈboʊdən/
Popularity of Boden
Boden ranked #817 in the U.S. in 2024, with 305 babies given the name. Its peak came just a year earlier, at #757 in 2023 with 344 babies, so it has slipped a little since then. The records run from 1987 through 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Boden mean?
Messenger (from the personal name Bode); also German ‘ground, soil’.
How do you pronounce Boden?
Boden is pronounced BOH-dun (IPA: /ˈboʊdən/).
Is Boden a popular name right now?
Boden is near its all-time peak (#757 in 2023), ranked #817 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1987–2024.)
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