Ayden vs Cody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cody

Boy #289 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#289
Total SSA Count
1,161
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ayden Rank #213
Cody Rank #289

Ayden is more popular, ranked #213 vs #289 for Cody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ayden or Cody more popular?

Ayden is more popular, ranked #213 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Ayden and Cody mean?

Ayden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin). Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ayden and Cody boy or girl names?

Ayden is primarily a boy name. Cody is primarily a boy name.

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