Bo vs Koda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bo

Boy #452 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to live, to dwell"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American Chinese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#452
Total SSA Count
692
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Koda

Boy #465 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, companion"

Origin: Lakota Sioux

Cultural Roots

Native American American Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#465
Total SSA Count
665
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bo Rank #452
Koda Rank #465

Bo is more popular, ranked #452 vs #465 for Koda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bo or Koda more popular?

Bo is more popular, ranked #452 compared to Koda at #465 in the United States.

What do Bo and Koda mean?

Bo means "to live, to dwell" (Old Norse origin). Koda means "friend, companion" (Lakota Sioux origin).

Are Bo and Koda boy or girl names?

Bo is primarily a boy name. Koda is primarily a boy name.

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