Jody vs Nylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Nylan

Boy #2,511 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"champion (Irish-inspired)"

Origin: Irish-influenced American

Cultural Roots

American Irish-influenced

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,511
Total SSA Count
54
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jody Rank #2,692
Nylan Rank #2,511

Nylan is more popular, ranked #2511 vs #2692 for Jody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jody or Nylan more popular?

Nylan is more popular, ranked #2511 compared to Jody at #2692 in the United States.

What do Jody and Nylan mean?

Jody means "diminutive of Judith, praised woman" (Hebrew origin). Nylan means "champion (Irish-inspired)" (Irish-influenced American origin).

Are Jody and Nylan boy or girl names?

Jody is primarily a boy name. Nylan is primarily a boy name.

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