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Cody vs Blake

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

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Blake

Boy #265 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dark one, black"

Origin: Old English blaec

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#265
Total SSA Count
1,311
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Blake Rank #265

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 vs #289 for Cody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Blake more popular?

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Cody and Blake mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin).

Are Cody and Blake boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Blake is primarily a boy name.

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