Vance vs Kody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Vance

Boy #996 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near the fens or marshes"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#996
Total SSA Count
226
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Vance Rank #996
Kody Rank #1,100

Vance is more popular, ranked #996 vs #1100 for Kody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vance or Kody more popular?

Vance is more popular, ranked #996 compared to Kody at #1100 in the United States.

What do Vance and Kody mean?

Vance means "one who lives near the fens or marshes" (Old English origin). Kody means "descendant of Otto" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Vance and Kody boy or girl names?

Vance is primarily a boy name. Kody is primarily a boy name.

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