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Cody vs Erick

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

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Erick

Boy #333 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ever ruler, eternal king"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German English American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#333
Total SSA Count
1,038
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Erick Rank #333

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #333 for Erick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Erick more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Cody and Erick mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin).

Are Cody and Erick boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Erick is primarily a boy name.

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