Bodie

At a Glance

Origin

Surname (Scottish/French, unclear)

Gender

Boy

Pronunciation

BOH-deeListen

Bodie (pronounced BOH-dee) comes from a Scottish and French surname, though its exact roots aren't fully settled. You may come across the claim that Bodie means 'shelter' — that's not backed up by the record; it looks more like a mix-up with the old Scots word 'bothy,' meaning hut. It's a timeless, classic boy's name.

Meaning & Origin of Bodie

Origin: Surname (Scottish/French, unclear).

A common claim: Bodie is said to mean 'shelter' Actually: There's no reliable evidence that Bodie means 'shelter.' It traces to Scottish and French surnames, and the idea may come from confusion with the unrelated Scots word 'bothy,' meaning hut.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Bodie

Popularity of Bodie

Bodie reached #346 on the SSA list in 2024 with 980 babies given the name — its highest rank in the data going back to 1920.

Names Like Bodie

These names share Bodie’s style, era or origin.

• Andy
• Beckett
• Beckham
• Bradley
• Brock
• Bryson

FAQ

What does the name Bodie mean?

Bodie is said to mean ‘shelter’ There’s no reliable evidence that Bodie means ‘shelter.’ It traces to Scottish and French surnames, and the idea may come from confusion with the unrelated Scots word ‘bothy,’ meaning hut.

How do you pronounce Bodie?

Bodie is pronounced BOH-dee (IPA: /ˈboʊdi/).

Is Bodie a popular name right now?

Bodie is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #346 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1920–2024.)

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