Bodan is of Slavic origin, specifically from Serbia and Bulgaria. It translates to "God is merciful" in Serbian, reflecting its divine connotation. This name gained prominence during the Middle Ages in Eastern Europe. However, it remains relatively uncommon outside of these regions. The name Bodan has no associated nickname or variant spellings but is sometimes confused with Boden, which means "from the height" in German.
"Bodan saw a significant increase in its popularity, with just five births recorded in 2007 and seven in 2022, totalling twelve over the fifteen-year span."