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Cody vs Bo

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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Bo

Boy #452 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to live, to dwell"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American Chinese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#452
Total SSA Count
692
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Bo Rank #452

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #452 for Bo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Bo more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Bo at #452 in the United States.

What do Cody and Bo mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Bo means "to live, to dwell" (Old Norse origin).

Are Cody and Bo boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Bo is primarily a boy name.

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