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Cody vs Rylan

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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Rylan

Boy #372 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"land where rye grows"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#372
Total SSA Count
882
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Rylan Rank #372

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #372 for Rylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Rylan more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Rylan at #372 in the United States.

What do Cody and Rylan mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Rylan means "land where rye grows" (Old English origin).

Are Cody and Rylan boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Rylan is primarily a boy name.

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