Cody vs Wells

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

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Wells

Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#377
Total SSA Count
865
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Wells Rank #377

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #377 for Wells.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Wells more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Wells at #377 in the United States.

What do Cody and Wells mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Cody and Wells boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.

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