Derek vs Cody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

English American Dutch German

✓ All Clear

Boy #289 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

American Irish Australian

✓ All Clear

Derek Rank #258

Cody Rank #289

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #289 for Cody.

Is Derek or Cody more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Derek and Cody mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Derek and Cody boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Cody is primarily a boy name.