Jodene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jodene is a modern English name derived from Judith, meaning 'God will increase'. It has evolved from Judith to Jodie and finally to Jodene. The name reflects traits of creativity and individuality, while it has no direct biblical relevance.
The name Jodene is most popular in Nebraska, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jodene has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jodene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5416th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2037th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3149th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20974th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Jodene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jodene"
Pronunciation
/dʒoʊˈdiːn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Jodene is a modern feminine name derived from the name Jode, which is a diminutive of the name Jodie, itself a variant of Judith, meaning 'woman from Judea' or 'Jewish woman'.
Meaning
God will increase
Language Evolution
Judith, Jodie, Jodene
Historical Usage
Jodene gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine form of Jodie, influenced by the trend of creating unique and modern variations of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jodie, Jodene, Jodie
Modern Popularity & Image
Jodene is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jodene"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jodene"
"Jodene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5416th of 9204 | 43 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2037th of 12526 | 549 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3149th of 19264 | 350 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20974th of 27321 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Jodene" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jodene" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
58.11% 1294th/2227 |
- | - |
65.91% 1829th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
59.72% 1754th/2937 |
- | - |
91.79% 3712th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jodene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jodene" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.