Bradley vs Cody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bradley

Boy #365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"broad clearing in the woods"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #365
Total SSA Count: 906
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

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Leslie Stanley Presley Audrey

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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

✓ All Clear

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Scott Bradley Jodie Brady

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Popularity Comparison

Bradley Rank #365

Cody Rank #289

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #365 for Bradley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bradley or Cody more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Bradley at #365 in the United States.

What do Bradley and Cody mean?

Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin). Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Bradley and Cody boy or girl names?

Bradley is primarily a boy name. Cody is primarily a boy name.

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