Bodie

Meaning

Possibly derived from a place name or a variant of 'body,' though the exact etymology is uncertain.

Etymology

The surname may derive from a Scottish place name or be related to the Middle English word 'body.' Some sources suggest it could be a variant of other Scottish surnames, though definitive origins remain unclear.

About the Bodie Surname

Bodie is a surname of uncertain origin, possibly Scottish or English in derivation. The name is associated with the famous California gold rush town of Bodie.

Distribution

Found in Scotland and England, with notable presence in the United States.

Notable Bearers

Bodie, California (named after W.S. Bodey); various historical figures

People with the Bodie Surname