Cody vs Kendrick

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

Kendrick

Boy #479 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"royal ruler"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#479
Total SSA Count
641
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Kendrick Rank #479

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #479 for Kendrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Kendrick more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Kendrick at #479 in the United States.

What do Cody and Kendrick mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Kendrick means "royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Cody and Kendrick boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Kendrick is primarily a boy name.

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