Holding steady.
Popularity of Jode since 1956
Babies named Jode per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1961, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Jode's real moment was 1973.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 22 | 6 |
| 1960s | 49 | 14 |
| 1970s | 57 | 5 |
| 1980s | 18 | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jode is an extremely rare American given name, first recorded in 1956. It saw modest use in the 1970s, reaching its peak year in 1973, but has never entered the top 1000. The name's trajectory has been stable, with minimal fluctuations. Jode is a short, modern-sounding name that feels like a stylish alternative to Jody or Jodie, though it lacks documented historical roots. Its rarity means it is likely encountered only occasionally, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet intuitive name.
Jode likely emerged as a modern coinage, possibly influenced by the name Jody (a diminutive of Joseph or a feminine given name in its own right) or as a variant of Jodie. Its use in the United States began in the mid-20th century, with first recorded birth in 1956. It remains rare, most popular in the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Jode
Names that share Jode's style, for a brother or sister.
