Bowden vs Jody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bowden

Boy #2,595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"place at the bow-shaped hill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,595
Total SSA Count
51
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Jody

Boy #2,692 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"diminutive of Judith, praised woman"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,692
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bowden Rank #2,595
Jody Rank #2,692

Bowden is more popular, ranked #2595 vs #2692 for Jody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bowden or Jody more popular?

Bowden is more popular, ranked #2595 compared to Jody at #2692 in the United States.

What do Bowden and Jody mean?

Bowden means "place at the bow-shaped hill" (Old English origin). Jody means "diminutive of Judith, praised woman" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bowden and Jody boy or girl names?

Bowden is primarily a boy name. Jody is primarily a boy name.

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