Jodie

Meaning praised one, Jewess
Origin English, Modern
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Jodie
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Jo-die

About Jodie

Jodie, a name of English origin, is a charming choice for parents seeking a modern and endearing name for their baby girl. Often considered a derivative of "Josephine" or "Judith," Jodie carries with it a sense of familiarity and sweetness. While it doesn't have a specific meaning of its own, it inherits the meanings of its longer counterparts – "God will increase" for Josephine and "praised" for Judith – both of which imbue the name with positive connotations.

Jodie's popularity rose throughout the 20th century, and it's no surprise given its simplicity and versatility. Its variations such as Jodi, Jody, or even Joedee offer parents options to suit their preferred spelling.

The name Jodie is not only a favorite among real-life accomplished women like actresses Jodie Foster and Jodie Comer but also resonates in the realm of fiction with characters like Jodie Holmes in "Beyond: Two Souls." With its delightful and approachable aura, Jodie stands as a delightful choice for any baby girl, promising a name that will grow with her gracefully through life's journey.

Variations of Name Jodie

Jody
Jodi

Names Similar to Jodie

Jodi
Judy
Judith
Josie
Joy
Josephine

Nicknames for Jodie

Jo
Jodi
Jojo
Dee
Jodie

Famous People Named Jodie

Jodie FosterAmerican actress and director
Jodie WhittakerBritish actress, known as the thirteenth Doctor in "Doctor Who"
Jodie ComerEnglish actress, acclaimed for her role in "Killing Eve"
Jodie SweetinAmerican actress from "Full House"
Jodie KiddBritish fashion model and TV personality
Jodie Turner-SmithBritish actress starred in "Queen & Slim"
Jodie MeeksAmerican professional basketball player
Jodie WilliamsBritish sprinter and Olympian
Jodie HenryAustralian swimmer and Olympic gold medalist
Jodie RestherCanadian actress, voice artist, and singer
Jodie MarshEnglish media personality and bodybuilder
Jodie PrengerBritish actress and singer, winner of "I'd Do Anything"
Jodie EsquibelAmerican mixed martial artist
Jodie RimmerNew Zealand actress
Jodie HolmesProtagonist of the video game "Beyond - Two Souls"
Jodie DallasCharacter from the TV show "Soap"
Jodie AbacusBritish musician and singer-songwriter
Jodie LandauAmerican composer and musician
Jodie CarlsonCharacter from the TV show "ER"

Characters Named Jodie

Jodie Holmes"Beyond - Two Souls"
Jodie Landon"Daria"
Jodie Dallas"Soap"
Jodie Crawford"Home and Away"
Jodie Morton"Coronation Street"
Jodie Underwood"Black Mirror"
Jodie Abrams"Grey's Anatomy"
Jodie Gold"Law & Order - Special Victims Unit"
Jodie Mason"EastEnders"
Jodie Hatfield"The Hatfield's and McCoy's"
Jodie van de Welde"Neighbours"
Jodie Palmer"Waterloo Road"
Jodie Coulter"The Bill"
Jodie Abacus"Empire"
Jodie Turner"This Is Us"
Jodie DeWitt"Scrubs"
Jodie McGinty"Hollyoaks"