Jodey
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Jodey is a unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A modern name, a variation of Jody, which may be a diminutive of names like Judith or Joseph.”, and peaked in popularity in 1976.
What Jodey Means
“A modern name, a variation of Jody, which may be a diminutive of names like Judith or Joseph.”
The Story of Jodey
Consider a name born in the 1950s, a warm, modern variation that carries an energetic and caring spirit.
Jodey surfaced in the mid-20th century as a contemporary take on the established name Jody. While Jody itself can trace back to names like Judith or Joseph, Jodey carved out its own space in 1958.
For your child, Jodey suggests an outgoing personality, someone who greets the world with a friendly smile and open arms. You imagine their boundless energy matched by a deep capacity for caring.
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The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#20 in 1976
Total Births
143
First Recorded
1958
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