Shepherd vs Koda

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

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Popularity Comparison

Shepherd Rank #311
Koda Rank #465

Shepherd is more popular, ranked #311 vs #465 for Koda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shepherd or Koda more popular?

Shepherd is more popular, ranked #311 compared to Koda at #465 in the United States.

What do Shepherd and Koda mean?

Koda means "friend, companion" (Lakota Sioux origin).

Are Shepherd and Koda boy or girl names?

Shepherd is primarily a boy name. Koda is primarily a boy name.

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