Cody vs Caden

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
Caden Rank #211

Caden is more popular, ranked #211 vs #289 for Cody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Caden more popular?

Caden is more popular, ranked #211 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Cody and Caden mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Caden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin).

Are Cody and Caden boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Caden is primarily a boy name.

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