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Heath vs Bode

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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Popularity Comparison

Heath Rank #852
Bode Rank #805

Bode is more popular, ranked #805 vs #852 for Heath.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heath or Bode more popular?

Bode is more popular, ranked #805 compared to Heath at #852 in the United States.

What do Heath and Bode mean?

Heath means "heathland, open moorland" (Old English origin). Bode means "messenger, herald" (Germanic origin).

Are Heath and Bode boy or girl names?

Heath is primarily a boy name. Bode is primarily a boy name.

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