Jody vs Willis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jody

Boy #2,692 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"diminutive of Judith, praised woman"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #2,686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American African-American

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Jody Rank #2,692

Willis Rank #2,686

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 vs #2692 for Jody.

Is Jody or Willis more popular?

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 compared to Jody at #2692 in the United States.

What do Jody and Willis mean?

Jody means "diminutive of Judith, praised woman" (Hebrew origin). Willis means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Jody and Willis boy or girl names?

Jody is primarily a boy name. Willis is primarily a boy name.