Jody
Meaning of Jody
Jody is a unisex name of American and British origin. It is pronounced as JOH-dee in both American English (/ˈdʒoʊdi/) and British English (/ˈdʒəʊdi/). The name has variations such as Jodie.
In terms of popularity, the name Jody has been consistently used for newborns in the United States over the years. In recent times, it has ranked around 3000-3500 in terms of occurrence. However, it's worth noting that its popularity has slightly declined since the early 2000s.
Jody doesn't have any specific associations or meanings traditionally attached to it, making it a versatile choice for parents looking for a unisex name. Whether you're drawn to its simplicity or like the idea of giving your child a gender-neutral name, Jody could be a wonderful option for your little one.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as JOH-dee (/ˈdʒəʊdi/)
American English
- Pronunced as JOH-dee (/ˈdʒoʊdi/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
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Notable People Named Jody
| Jody Wilson-Raybould, also known as JWR and Puglaas, is a Canadian lawyer, author, and former politician who served as a member of Parliament for Vancouver Granville and held various ministerial positions before becoming an Independent MP. |
| Jody Vanessa Watley is an American singer known for her versatile music style and as a former member of the R&B/funk band Shalamar. |
| Jody Hamilton - Joseph Hamilton, also known as "Assassin #1," was a prominent American professional wrestler, promoter, and trainer, recognized for his role in the tag team The Assassins and his subsequent solo career under the names "The Assassin" and "The Flame." |
| Jody Allen - Jo Lynn "Jody" Allen is an American businesswoman, entrepreneur, and philanthropist known for her leadership at Vulcan Inc. and as the co-founder of the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation. |
| Jody Gerson is the first female CEO of a major music publisher and the Chairman and CEO of Universal Music Publishing Group. |
| Jody Williams is an American political activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate recognized for her advocacy in banning anti-personnel landmines and promoting human rights. |
| Jody Shelley is a Canadian former professional ice hockey left winger who played for the Columbus Blue Jackets, San Jose Sharks, New York Rangers, and the Philadelphia Flyers during his NHL career. |
| Jody Adams is an award-winning American chef and restaurateur known for her successful restaurants in Massachusetts and her James Beard Award for Best Chef in America Northeast. |
| Jody A. Breckenridge is a former commander of the U.S. Coast Guard's Pacific Area. |
| Jody Dean is an American journalist, author, and member of the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, known for his work with public figures and currently hosting a program on CBS-11 in DFW. |
| Jody Chiang, also known as Jiang Hui, is a renowned Taiwanese singer known for her ballads and folk songs, with a career spanning from the 1980s to 2015. |
| Jody Powell - Joseph Lester "Jody" Powell, Jr. was a prominent American political advisor and former White House press secretary during Jimmy Carter's presidency, who later co-founded a public relations firm. |
| Jody Wynn is a former head coach of the University of Washington women's basketball team and previously coached at Long Beach State. |
| Jody Lee Trautwein, a pastor and former mayoral candidate for Birmingham, Alabama, gained attention for his appearance in Sacha Baron Cohen's film Brüno. |
| Jody Brennan is an Irish hurler from Upperchurch who played for Tipperary and is known for his notable performances with Harps GAA Auckland and the Tipperary senior inter-county team. |
