Cody
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Helpful, cushion, son of Otto
Origin: Irish/English
Popularity: Ranked #318 in 2025 with 1,076 babies born.
History: Cody is an anglicization of the Irish surname 'Ó Cuidighthigh,' meaning descendant of the helpful one. It became a popular given name in the United States in the late 20th century, strongly associated with the legendary Wild West showman Buffalo Bill Cody.
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Cody? About 1 in 3,031 babies born in 2025 were named Cody, or roughly 3 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Cody
What does the name Cody mean?
Cody means “Helpful, cushion, son of Otto” from Irish/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Cody?
Cody has Irish/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Helpful, cushion, son of Otto”.
How popular is Cody?
Cody ranked #318 in 2025 — given to 1,076 babies that year.
When was Cody most popular?
Cody peaked in 1992 with 19,875 babies registered that year.
Is Cody a boy or girl name?
Cody is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Codys in registered births are male.
Is the name Cody rising or falling in popularity?
Cody has risen 4563 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #4881 in 2020 to #318 in 2025.
How long has Cody been recorded?
Cody appears in birth records across 123 years — from 1884 through 2025.