Bodhi Name Meaning, Origin and Popularity

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According to Sanskrit, the name Bodhi is a boy’s name that means “awakening” and “enlightenment.” According to Buddhist beliefs, this name means the same thing as happiness, which is the ultimate goal of Buddhism. Whoever achieves nirvana is said to have attained a state of bliss and tranquility because, according to the beliefs, they have finally attained freedom from greed and ego. Your beloved Bodhi is meant to go toward spiritual alignment and a balanced way of life because he has such a grand and significant name. A lot of famous people, like cook Tom Colicchio and actress Megan Fox, have chosen this name for their children because it makes them feel good. Last but not least, if you are a lover of movies from the early 1990s, you might know this name of Patrick Swayze’s character from the movie Point Break.

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Similar Names like Bodhi

Discover other baby names to add to your Favorites list by looking into options that have a sound that is similar to others you’ve found.

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Parents Who Like the Name Bodhi Also Like:

  • Theo
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  • Rowan
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  • Wilder
  • Hudson
  • Beckett
  • Finn
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  • River
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Sibling Name Ideas

Are you trying to find a sibling name for Bodhi? Great choices include the following:

  • Sanjana
  • Ravi
  • Bidyut
  • Isha
  • Amari
  • Arya
  • Akshan
  • Jaimini
  • Balu
  • Bhuvan
  • Chandara
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