Cody vs Gavin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cody

Boy #289 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white hawk of battle"

Origin: Welsh

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Cody Rank #289

Gavin Rank #254

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 vs #289 for Cody.

Is Cody or Gavin more popular?

Gavin is more popular, ranked #254 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Cody and Gavin mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Cody and Gavin boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.