Cody vs Carson

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

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Carson

Boy #124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Carr (marsh dweller)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #124
Total SSA Count: 2,890
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289

Carson Rank #124

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 vs #289 for Cody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Carson more popular?

Carson is more popular, ranked #124 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Cody and Carson mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Cody and Carson boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Carson is primarily a boy name.

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