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Cody vs Kaleb

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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Kaleb

Boy #278 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dog (symbol of loyalty)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#278
Total SSA Count
1,221
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Kaleb Rank #278

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 vs #289 for Cody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Kaleb more popular?

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Cody and Kaleb mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cody and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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