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Koda vs Sam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Sam

Boy #652 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"name of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#652
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Koda Rank #465
Sam Rank #652

Koda is more popular, ranked #465 vs #652 for Sam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koda or Sam more popular?

Koda is more popular, ranked #465 compared to Sam at #652 in the United States.

What do Koda and Sam mean?

Koda means "friend, companion" (Lakota Sioux origin). Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Koda and Sam boy or girl names?

Koda is primarily a boy name. Sam is primarily a boy name.

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