Jodeci
Primarily a boy's name with 444 recorded births. Also given to 412 girls.
Meaning & Origin
Jodeci peaked during the Millennial wave, when 94 babies received this name in a single year (1992). That era was defined by pop-culture-influenced, individuality-forward naming, and Jodeci remains in active use today — a name that has outlasted its original moment.
In the most recent SSA release, Jodeci ranks #6290 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Jodeci is a boy's and girl's baby name of modern American origin, taken from the R&B vocal group Jodeci — formed in 1989, known for hits like "Forever My Lady" and "Feenin." The group name was a creative combination of the members' names (Devante, Dalvin, JoJo, and K-Ci). Their smooth, sensual harmonies defined early 1990s R&B.
Naming a child Jodeci is a tribute to one of R&B's most influential acts. For parents who grew up with Jodeci's music, the name carries the warmth of a specific cultural moment and genuine musical heritage.
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Phonetically, Jodeci belongs to a cluster of names characterized by their open, approachable ending — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. At three syllables, it has a three-beat flow that carries a sense of formality and completeness.
Sound-alike names often cluster in style even when they come from different linguistic roots. The Similar Names section below uses letter and phonetic patterns to surface names in Jodeci’s sonic neighborhood.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Jodeci has 30+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1991.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 83 | #5696 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 108 | #7980 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 40 | #9939 | ▼ |
| 1990s | 213 | #4447 | — |
The Story of Jodeci
A Millennial name
Peaking in 1992, Jodeci is a Millennial-era classic. Boys named Jodeci are most likely born between 1991 and 2002.
How rare is Jodeci?
Only about 1 in every 257,143 babies born in 2024 was named Jodeci — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1991, peaked in the 1990s with 213 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Jodeci by the numbers
- Would fill 9 school buses
- Meeting one Jodeci per day would take 1.2 years
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(30 years, 1991–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14 | #6290 |
| 2023 | 13 | #6695 |
| 2022 | 23 | #4496 |
| 2021 | 17 | #5439 |
| 2020 | 16 | #5561 |
| 2019 | 22 | #4544 |
| 2018 | 10 | #7862 |
| 2017 | 10 | #7843 |
| 2016 | 13 | #6510 |
| 2015 | 10 | #7752 |
| 2014 | 7 | #10138 |
| 2013 | 11 | #7268 |
| 2012 | 6 | #11466 |
| 2011 | 11 | #7224 |
| 2010 | 8 | #9197 |
| 2009 | 7 | #10385 |
| 2006 | 9 | #8359 |
| 2005 | 6 | #10718 |
| 2003 | 7 | #9125 |
| 2001 | 5 | #11397 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Jodeci as a Girl's Name
Jodeci is a true unisex name. As a girl's name, it has 412 recorded births since 1991.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1991–2024