Kody vs Carl

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kody

Boy #1,100 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of Otto"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Australian Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,100
Total SSA Count
195
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kody Rank #1,100
Carl Rank #1,035

Carl is more popular, ranked #1035 vs #1100 for Kody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kody or Carl more popular?

Carl is more popular, ranked #1035 compared to Kody at #1100 in the United States.

What do Kody and Carl mean?

Kody means "descendant of Otto" (Irish Gaelic origin). Carl means "free man" (Old High German 'karl' origin).

Are Kody and Carl boy or girl names?

Kody is primarily a boy name. Carl is primarily a boy name.

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