Bodhi

Unisex

Meaning

Sanskrit for 'awakening'; God protect the King.

Origin

Sanskrit

Pronunciation

/ˈboʊdi/

Alt. Spellings

Bodi

Traits associated with the name Bodhi:

Dogs named Bodhi tend to be loving, loyal, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Bodhi?

Naming your dog Bodhi suggests that you have an appreciation for Eastern philosophy and the concept of enlightenment. It also suggests that you have a strong sense of spirituality and a desire to live a life of peace and understanding.

Is Bodhi a good dog name?

Bodhi has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Bodhi isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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Naming your dog Bodhi is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Bodhi was, in the past month, the 643rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of October 2024, Bodhi is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Bodhi was viewed 0 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Bodhi's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Bodhi is most adored in New York, Washington and Arkansas.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Nebraska and Delaware.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Bodhi.

Most popular breeds named Bodhi:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. Siberian Husky
  3. German Shepherd
  4. Australian Shepherd
  5. Rottweiler

Bodhi is found in these categories:

spiritual dog names
spiritual

Derived from Buddhism, the term signifies enlightenment or awakening, often associated with spiritual growth and understanding.

Dog names like Bodhi:

The creator of the whole universe, hindu
Courtyard within castle walls; steward or public official.
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Nickname for a boy in the south of the US; a slow moving individual.
Companion, partner; perhaps a version of the word "brother".
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Bodhi dog name meaning

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