Cody vs Brody

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

Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#224
Total SSA Count
1,608
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Brody Rank #224

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 vs #289 for Cody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Brody more popular?

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Cody and Brody mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Cody and Brody boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Brody is primarily a boy name.

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