Karter vs Cody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Karter

Boy #248 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who transports goods by cart"

Origin: Old English occupational

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#248
Total SSA Count
1,425
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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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
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Popularity Comparison

Karter Rank #248
Cody Rank #289

Karter is more popular, ranked #248 vs #289 for Cody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Karter or Cody more popular?

Karter is more popular, ranked #248 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Karter and Cody mean?

Karter means "one who transports goods by cart" (Old English occupational origin). Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Karter and Cody boy or girl names?

Karter is primarily a boy name. Cody is primarily a boy name.

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