Scott vs Cody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Scott

Boy #566 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from Scotland, a Scotsman"

Origin: Old English/Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #566
Total SSA Count: 517
Syllables: 1
Formality: Moderate

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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

Scott Rank #566

Cody Rank #289

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #566 for Scott.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scott or Cody more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Scott at #566 in the United States.

What do Scott and Cody mean?

Scott means "from Scotland, a Scotsman" (Old English/Latin origin). Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Scott and Cody boy or girl names?

Scott is primarily a boy name. Cody is primarily a boy name.

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