Dax vs Koda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dax

Boy #640 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"water, thermal waters (place name)"

Origin: French/Basque

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#640
Total SSA Count
438
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Koda

Boy #465 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, companion"

Origin: Lakota Sioux

Cultural Roots

Native American American Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#465
Total SSA Count
665
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Dax Rank #640
Koda Rank #465

Koda is more popular, ranked #465 vs #640 for Dax.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dax or Koda more popular?

Koda is more popular, ranked #465 compared to Dax at #640 in the United States.

What do Dax and Koda mean?

Dax means "water, thermal waters (place name)" (French/Basque origin). Koda means "friend, companion" (Lakota Sioux origin).

Are Dax and Koda boy or girl names?

Dax is primarily a boy name. Koda is primarily a boy name.

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