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Bode vs Harry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bode

Boy #805 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"messenger, herald"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#805
Total SSA Count
312
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Bode Rank #805
Harry Rank #780

Harry is more popular, ranked #780 vs #805 for Bode.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bode or Harry more popular?

Harry is more popular, ranked #780 compared to Bode at #805 in the United States.

What do Bode and Harry mean?

Bode means "messenger, herald" (Germanic origin). Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Bode and Harry boy or girl names?

Bode is primarily a boy name. Harry is primarily a boy name.

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