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Bodhi

Bodhi is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "awakening" and "enlightenment." Rooted in Buddhist traditions, this name is synonymous with the concept of nirvana and the final goal of Buddhism. By finally being free of greed and ego, those who achieve nirvana reach a state of bliss and peace. With such an epic and meaningful name, your darling Bodhi is destined to pursue spiritual alignment and a balanced lifestyle. Its warm and cheery meaning has inspired many celebrities to choose it for their little ones, including celebrity chef Tom Colicchio and actress Megan Fox. Lastly, if you're a fan of early '90s flicks, you may recognize this name as Patrick Swayze's character in the film Point Break.
Sanskrit Male
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Meaning

Awakening, enlightening

Popularity

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Pronunciation

BOH-dee

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Traits

  • Spiritual
  • Peaceful
  • Enlightened
  • Compassionate

Compatibility

Bodhi pairs well with nature-inspired or spiritual names for siblings, creating a cohesive and harmonious theme. As a middle name, Bodhi adds a touch of wisdom and depth to the overall name. It complements both modern and traditional naming styles, making it a versatile choice.

Spiritual Peaceful Enlightened Compassionate

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Bodhi Elfman

Bodhi Elfman

Actor

Born: July 19, 1969 · Los Angeles, California, USA

Portrait of Bodhi Schulz

Bodhi Schulz

Musician

Born: March 9, 1978 · Huntington Beach, California, USA

Portrait of Bodhi Garrett

Bodhi Garrett

Athlete

Born: July 2, 1996 · Sydney, Australia

Portrait of Bodhi Li

Bodhi Li

Artist

Born: September 15, 1987 · Beijing, China

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Bodhi Original form
  • बोधि Devanagari
  • බෝධි Sinhala
  • 보디 Korean
  • 波提 Chinese
  • บอดี Thai
  • ბოდჰი Georgian
  • Bengali
  • Nepali

Cultural Adaptations

  • বোধি (Bodhi) Bengali
  • बोधि (Bodhi) Nepali

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bodhi

What does Bodhi mean?
Awakening, enlightening
What is the origin of Bodhi?
Bodhi has Sanskrit origins.
Is Bodhi popular?
Bodhi has been viewed 140 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Bodhi?
Similar names include Neela, Kaiden, Gwen, Asa, Hamza.
How do you pronounce Bodhi?
Bodhi is pronounced BOH-dee.

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