Cody vs Tate

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

Tate

Boy #210 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"cheerful, pleasant"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#210
Total SSA Count
1,697
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Tate Rank #210

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 vs #289 for Cody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Tate more popular?

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Cody and Tate mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin).

Are Cody and Tate boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Tate is primarily a boy name.

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