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Cody vs Koa

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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Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Koa Rank #292

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #292 for Koa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Koa more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Koa at #292 in the United States.

What do Cody and Koa mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Cody and Koa boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Koa is primarily a boy name.

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