Cody vs Tyler

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

Tyler

Boy #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tile maker, brick layer"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#191
Total SSA Count
1,908
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Tyler Rank #191

Tyler is more popular, ranked #191 vs #289 for Cody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Tyler more popular?

Tyler is more popular, ranked #191 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Cody and Tyler mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin).

Are Cody and Tyler boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Tyler is primarily a boy name.

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