Jodi
Meaning of Jodi
Jodi is a female name with American and British English pronunciations. In both dialects, it is pronounced as JOH-dee (/ˈdʒoʊ.di/ in American English and /ˈdʒəʊ.di/ in British English). Variations of the name include Jodie and Jody.
The origin of the name Jodi is uncertain, but it is believed to be derived from the Hebrew name Judah, meaning "praised" or "thankful." Jodi has become a popular name for girls in recent decades, with its peak popularity occurring in the 1980s.
According to data for newborns in the United States, Jodi ranked among the top 500 names throughout most of the 1960s to 1990s. Its popularity declined gradually over the years but still remains an option chosen by parents today. The name has associations with being joyful and thankful, making it a charming choice for any baby girl.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as JOH-dee (/ˈdʒəʊ.di/)
American English
- Pronunced as JOH-dee (/ˈdʒoʊ.di/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Jodi
| Jodi Kantor is an American journalist known for her coverage of workplace, technology, and gender issues, as well as her Pulitzer Prize-winning reporting on sexual abuse by Harvey Weinstein. |
| Jodi Lynn Picoult is a prolific American writer known for her 28 novels, short stories, and contributions to Wonder Woman, with her books translated into 34 languages and over 40 million copies in print worldwide. |
| Jodi Marie Benson is an American actress and singer best known for voicing Ariel in Disney's The Little Mermaid and other Disney works. |
| Jodi Lyn O'Keefe is an American actress, model, and fashion designer known for her roles in television series such as Nash Bridges, Prison Break, The Vampire Diaries, and Hit the Floor, as well as in films like Halloween H20 and She's All That. |
| Jodi Taylor is an English author known for her fantasy-style historical fiction, historical romance, and romance novels. |
| Jodi Cobb is an award-winning American photographer based in Washington, D.C., known for her exceptional work and accolades from prestigious organizations. |
