Bodie vs Legend

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bodie

Boy #347 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"messenger, herald"

Origin: Old Norse/Anglo-Saxon

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#347
Total SSA Count
980
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Bo

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Bodie Rank #347
Legend Rank #157

Legend is more popular, ranked #157 vs #347 for Bodie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bodie ___

  • Bodie James
  • Bodie River
  • Bodie Wolf
  • Bodie Lake
  • Bodie Reed
  • Bodie Finn

Legend ___

  • Legend James
  • Legend Alexander
  • Legend Cole
  • Legend Crew
  • Legend Gray
  • Legend John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bodie

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If you choose Legend

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bodie or Legend more popular?

Legend is more popular, ranked #157 compared to Bodie at #347 in the United States.

What do Bodie and Legend mean?

Bodie means "messenger, herald" (Old Norse/Anglo-Saxon origin). Legend means "story to be read, remarkable person" (Latin origin).

Are Bodie and Legend boy or girl names?

Bodie is primarily a boy name. Legend is primarily a boy name.

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