He will add; woman of Judea
Jodi originated as a diminutive of Judith or Joan, eventually becoming an independent name. It carries the Hebrew meaning of 'praised' or 'woman of Judea,' and is also linked to the name Joseph, meaning 'God will add.'
About 36 girls were named Jodi in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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