Bodhe vs Nigel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bodhe

Boy #18,466 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shelter, hut"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#18,466
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Nigel

Boy #2,190 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"champion (from Old Irish Niall)"

Origin: Old Irish via Norman Latin

Cultural Roots

English British Australian Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,190
Total SSA Count
66
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bodhe Rank #18,466
Nigel Rank #2,190

Nigel is more popular, ranked #2190 vs #18466 for Bodhe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bodhe or Nigel more popular?

Nigel is more popular, ranked #2190 compared to Bodhe at #18466 in the United States.

What do Bodhe and Nigel mean?

Bodhe means "shelter, hut" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Nigel means "champion (from Old Irish Niall)" (Old Irish via Norman Latin origin).

Are Bodhe and Nigel boy or girl names?

Bodhe is primarily a boy name. Nigel is primarily a boy name.

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