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Cody vs Milo

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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Milo

Boy #120 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#120
Total SSA Count
2,988
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Milo Rank #120

Milo is more popular, ranked #120 vs #289 for Cody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Milo more popular?

Milo is more popular, ranked #120 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Cody and Milo mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Milo means "soldier, merciful" (Germanic origin).

Are Cody and Milo boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Milo is primarily a boy name.

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