Jody
Jody: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /หdอกสoสdi/
Meaning and origin of Jody
- A female given name from Hebrew.
- A female given name from French.
- A male given name from French.
Etymology
Variant of Judy, diminutive of Judith, q.v.
How popular is Jody?
Since 1880, 55,845 girls and 31,562 boys in the U.S. have been named Jody (64% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #153 in 1970. Its highest rank for boys was #161 in 1971. In 2025, 56 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Jody
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Jody
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Jody FAQ
What does the name Jody mean?
A female given name from Hebrew. A female given name from French. A male given name from French. Variant of Judy, diminutive of Judith, q.v.
What is the origin of the name Jody?
Jody is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Jody?
Since 1880, 55,845 girls and 31,562 boys in the U.S. have been named Jody (64% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #153 in 1970. Its highest rank for boys was #161 in 1971. In 2025, 56 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jody a boy or girl name?
Jody is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (55,845 girls and 31,562 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.