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Stefan vs Bode

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stefan

Boy #1,002 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Slavic Romanian Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,002
Total SSA Count
225
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

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

Stefan Rank #1,002
Bode Rank #805

Bode is more popular, ranked #805 vs #1002 for Stefan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stefan or Bode more popular?

Bode is more popular, ranked #805 compared to Stefan at #1002 in the United States.

What do Stefan and Bode mean?

Stefan means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin). Bode means "messenger, herald" (Germanic origin).

Are Stefan and Bode boy or girl names?

Stefan is primarily a boy name. Bode is primarily a boy name.

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