Bohdee
A modern invented name with no definitive meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Bohdee. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Bohdee today is around 7 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Bohdee births was 2019 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Bohdee. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Bohdee. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2019
5 babies that year
Average age
7
years old
2019 SSA rank
#12,404
Tracked since 2019
Popularity
Bohdee: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Bohdee by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Bohdee during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Bohdee
The name Bohdee has its origins in Eastern Europe, particularly in the Slavic languages of Russia and Ukraine. It is derived from the Slavic root "bog," which means "god" or "deity," and is closely related to the name Bogdan.
In the early medieval period, the name Bohdee was commonly used among Slavic populations as a way to honor and pay respect to the divine. It was often given to children with the hope that they would grow up to be pious and devout individuals.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bohdee can be found in the ancient Slavic chronicles, where it is mentioned as the name of a renowned warrior who fought against the invading Mongol forces in the 13th century. This warrior, known as Bohdee the Brave, is celebrated in several folk tales and legends for his bravery and unwavering spirit.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Bohdee. One of the most famous was Bohdee Khmelnytsky (1595-1657), a Cossack leader who played a pivotal role in the liberation of Ukraine from Polish rule. His military exploits and leadership during the Khmelnytsky Uprising have made him a revered figure in Ukrainian history.
Another notable Bohdee was Bohdee Stuparyk (1870-1949), a Ukrainian writer and intellectual who contributed significantly to the development of modern Ukrainian literature. His works, which often explored themes of national identity and cultural heritage, have been widely acclaimed and studied.
In the realm of arts and culture, Bohdee Khmelko (1885-1944) was a renowned Ukrainian painter known for his vibrant depictions of rural life and landscapes. His paintings are celebrated for their vivid colors and intricate detail, capturing the essence of Ukrainian folk traditions.
Bohdee Antonenko (1910-1984) was a prominent Ukrainian composer who made significant contributions to the development of modern classical music. His compositions, which often drew inspiration from Ukrainian folk melodies and traditions, have been performed and acclaimed worldwide.
While the name Bohdee has its roots in Eastern Europe, it has gained popularity in other parts of the world as well, particularly among those with Slavic heritage or an appreciation for the cultural and historical significance it carries.
People
Bohdee + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Bohdee as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with B
Other first names starting with B with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Bohdee: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Bohdee?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Bohdee going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Bohdee a common name?
We classify Bohdee as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Bohdee most popular?
The single biggest year for Bohdee was 2019, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Bohdee is about 7 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Bohdee in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Bohdee a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Bohdee in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Bohdee still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Bohdee in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Bohdee can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Bohdee?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Bohdee at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.