Cody vs Alijah

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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Alijah Rank #431

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #431 for Alijah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Alijah more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Alijah at #431 in the United States.

What do Cody and Alijah mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Alijah means "my God is Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cody and Alijah boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Alijah is primarily a boy name.

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