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Flynn vs Bode

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Flynn

Boy #738 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the red-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#738
Total SSA Count
351
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Flynn Rank #738
Bode Rank #805

Flynn is more popular, ranked #738 vs #805 for Bode.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flynn or Bode more popular?

Flynn is more popular, ranked #738 compared to Bode at #805 in the United States.

What do Flynn and Bode mean?

Flynn means "son of the red-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Bode means "messenger, herald" (Germanic origin).

Are Flynn and Bode boy or girl names?

Flynn is primarily a boy name. Bode is primarily a boy name.

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