Jodi
Jodi is a Hebrew-origin name meaning 'praised' or 'woman from Judea.' It emerged as a diminutive form of Judith and became popular as an independent name in the mid-20th century.
Current Popularity
#3236 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Multiple spelling variations exist (Jody, Jodie, Jodi)
- •Easy to spell and pronounce
- •Has a warm, down-to-earth quality
- •Peak popularity was in the 1970s-80s, giving it a retro-chic appeal
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Statistics
79,661
Total births since 1880
1970
Peak year
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