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Cody vs Malik

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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Malik

Boy #430 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"king, master"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic African Muslim African-American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#430
Total SSA Count
736
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Malik Rank #430

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #430 for Malik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Malik more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Malik at #430 in the United States.

What do Cody and Malik mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Malik means "king, master" (Arabic origin).

Are Cody and Malik boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Malik is primarily a boy name.

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