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Spelling variation of Jody
The Jodie spelling might be even more obscure, at this point, than the fading original, except actresses Jodie Foster and Jodie Sweetin have kept it in the public eye.
Johnie is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive or variant spelling of Joan or Joanie, though it can also be used as a variant of the masculine John. With English and Scottish origins, the…
English, diminutive of John, Hebrew
"the Lord is gracious"
Using the 'ie' ending makes Johnny slightly more feminine, which must have been what Melissa Etheridge was thinking when she named one of her twins Johnnie Rose.
French variation of Joy
Pronounced as the English word joy, rather than as the French phrase joie de vivre, Joie might produce more complications than joy.
French
"pretty"
Jolie is as pretty as its literal meaning; nowadays it is also seen as a girls’ name , via Angelina for whom Jolie was originally her middle name. Although it is French, Jolie is rarely if ever used…
Jonie is a feminine name typically considered a diminutive or variation of Joan or Joanna, which ultimately derive from Hebrew Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.' This playful, affectionate form…
Jonnie is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Joan or Joanna, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.' This spelling variation with the 'ie'…
Diminutive of Jordan
"flowing down"
A cutesy short form of Jordan that's never been overly popular. With boyish nicknames for girls - a la Joey and Scottie - rising, Jordie may have her chance to shine.
Diminutive of Georgia or Jorja
The British love nickname-names, and Jorgie is one of those cute baby names for girls among the Top 1000 in the UK but rarely found in the US. It's cute in a retro way -- think the song and movie…
Diminutive of Marjorie or Jordan
Poet Jorie Graham is the best-known (okay: only known) bearer of this fresh, spirited spin on the Cory-Tory-Rory group. The boys' Jory is a Cornish nickname for George.
Short form of Elizabeth, Isabella, or Abigail, Hebrew
"pledged to God; my father is joyful"
Playful, zippy nicknames like Indie, Joni, Scottie, and Stevie are on the rise, and this quirky alternative to Izzy and Libby joined their ranks in 2024 when it was given to 58 girls, compared to…
Jossie is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive of names like Jocelyn, Josephine, or Josette. With English and French influences, it carries a sweet, endearing quality through its 'ie'…
Spelling variation of Journey, English word name
"passage from one place to another"
This spelling gives a nickname feel to a modern word name. The Journee and Journey spellings are both within the U.S. Top 300. But Journie ranks behind her wayfaring sisters with a little under 200…
Cordelie is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Cordelia, which has literary and Celtic origins. The name derives from Latin 'cordis' meaning 'heart' or possibly from Welsh…
Diminutive of Joyce, English
"lord; rejoice"
Joycie is a cheerful diminutive form of Joyce, which may appeal to those who like the upbeat yet old-fashioned quality of Josie, Ruthie, Betsy, Joanie, and Nellie. While Joycie itself has never made…
Jozie is a feminine name that functions as a modern, playful variation of Josie, which itself is a diminutive of Josephine or Joselyn. These names ultimately derive from Joseph, a Hebrew name meaning…
Judie is a feminine name that serves as a variation of Judy, itself a diminutive of Judith. Derived from the Hebrew name Yehudit meaning 'woman from Judea' or 'praised,' Judie carries biblical…
English and Scottish diminutive of Bridget, Irish
"strength, exalted one"
Vintage short form of Bridget, very rarely still heard in Irish Catholic communities.
Diminutive of June
A cute nickname, but June is a much better bet for the birth certificate.
Anslie is a feminine name with Scottish origins, derived from the place name Ansley, meaning 'one's own meadow' or 'hermit's meadow.' It's a variant spelling of the more common Ainsley or Ainslee.…