Jodie is a unisex given name of modern origin, particularly popular in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a variant spelling of the name Jody, which itself is derived from the male given name Joseph. The name Jodie has gained prominence due to its usage as both a boy's and girl's name, providing parents with an option that can be used regardless of the child's gender at birth. It is also known for its simplicity and ease of pronunciation in many languages.
"Jode was quite popular as a baby girl name from the mid-1950s to late 1970s, with a notable peak in the early 1960s and again in the mid-1970s."