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Cody vs Patrick

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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Patrick

Boy #221 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"patrician, of noble birth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#221
Total SSA Count
1,622
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Patrick Rank #221

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #289 for Cody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Patrick more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Cody and Patrick mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Cody and Patrick boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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