Jody vs Liam

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
Nicknames
Jo

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Jody Rank #2,692
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2692 for Jody.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jody ___

  • Jody James
  • Jody Michael
  • Jody Allen
  • Jody Thomas
  • Jody Lee
  • Jody Wayne

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Jody

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If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jody or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Jody at #2692 in the United States.

What do Jody and Liam mean?

Jody means "diminutive of Judith, praised woman" (Hebrew origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Jody and Liam boy or girl names?

Jody is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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