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Cody vs King

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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King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
King Rank #343

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #343 for King.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or King more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Cody and King mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Cody and King boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.

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