Cody vs Briggs

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

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Briggs

Boy #327 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the bridges"

Origin: Old English / Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #327
Total SSA Count: 1,057
Syllables: 1
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289

Briggs Rank #327

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #327 for Briggs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Briggs more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Briggs at #327 in the United States.

What do Cody and Briggs mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Briggs means "from the bridges" (Old English / Old Norse origin).

Are Cody and Briggs boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Briggs is primarily a boy name.

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