Cody vs Edwin

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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Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #383
Total SSA Count: 850
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289

Edwin Rank #383

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #383 for Edwin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Edwin more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Cody and Edwin mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are Cody and Edwin boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.

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