Jodi
2025 SSA
2025 SSA
About Jodi
Jodi is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive of Judith or Joan. With Hebrew roots, it carries the beautiful meaning of "praised" or "Jehovah increases." Gaining significant popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s, Jodi reached its peak ranking in the early 1970s. Often also spelled as Jodie or Jody, this short, sweet name has a friendly, approachable quality that resonates with its casual American origins. Though its usage has declined since its heyday, Jodi maintains a classic appeal while avoiding feeling dated. The name brings to mind a person who is good-natured, straightforward, and vibrant.
Jodi for boys#10154 US
Jodi as a masculine name represents the less common usage of what is predominantly considered a feminine name in most English-speaking countries. It originated as a unisex diminutive of names like Joseph (for males) or Joanna/Judith (for females). The masculine use of Jodi has roots in Hebrew through its connection to Joseph, meaning 'God will add' or 'increase.' While more frequently given to girls since the 1960s, Jodi maintains a presence as a male name particularly in some cultural contexts and regions. Notable male bearers include American musician Jodi Sternoff and basketball coach Jodi Kest. The name's soft sound and ending vowel give it a gentle quality that aligns with modern trends toward less gender-rigid naming patterns.
Pronounced JOH-dee.
As of October 2026, Jodi ranked #4029 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #91 in 1974.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,700 | 65 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | #3,626 | 43 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | #3,955 | 38 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | #3,660 | 42 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | #3,460 | 45 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | #3,580 | 43 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | #3,466 | 44 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | #3,181 | 51 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | #3,439 | 46 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | #4,147 | 35 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | #3,236 | 49 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | #4,029 | 36 | — | 0 |
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Jodi on lists
Famous Jodis
- Jodi Lynn PicoultGirl
American novelist
- Jodi Lyn O'KeefeGirl
American actress
- (Mary) Jodi RellGirl
American politician; 87th governor of Connecticut
- Jodi Marie MarzoratiGirl
Benson, American voice actress and singer
- Jodi Lee GordonGirl
Australian actress
- Jodi Mary AlbertGirl
English actress and singer
- Jodi Ann PatersonGirl
American model and beauty queen
- Jodi CarlisleGirl
American voice actress
- Jodi ThelenGirl
American actress
- Jodi ShillingGirl
American actress
- Jodi Long (born Jodi Leung)Girl
American actress
- Jodi Miranda MartinGirl
Australian singer,songwriter
- Jodi Christine PhillisGirl
Australian singer,songwriter of The Clouds
- Jodi Ann AriasGirl
American murderer
Jodi in pop culture
- JodiGirl
character in the video game "Stardew Valley"
- Jodi DillonGirl
main character in novel “The Thrashers”