Jodene

Jodene is an English feminine name most likely formed as an elaboration of Jodi or Jody, themselves pet forms of Judith, which derives from the Hebrew name Yehudit, meaning woman of Judea or, by extension, praised. The suffix -ene follows a productive pattern in English name coinage, used to give names a more formal or melodic quality, as seen in similar formations like Charlene or Marlene. Jodene remains rare and is largely a modern creation rather than a name with deep historical roots. Closely related forms include Jodie, Jodi, and Jody.