"concluding musical passage"
Origin: Italian
Language: English
Coda
Pronunciation: [ k-OHD-uh ]
Boy Name
#2,442 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A musical name for a perfectly composed life
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Meaning & Origin
"tail, conclusion"
Origin: Latin cauda
Language: Italian
The Story of Coda
Coda comes from the Italian word meaning 'tail' and is a musical term for the concluding passage of a piece of music. In musical notation, a coda brings a composition to its final resolution. The name has been adopted by artistic and music-loving parents who see the name as representing a beautiful ending — or a new beginning.
Coda gained attention as a given name alongside the rise of word names and musical-themed names in the 2010s. The 2021 Oscar-winning film 'CODA' (Children of Deaf Adults) brought the word to wider public consciousness, boosting its appeal as a name.
In music, the coda is a fundamental structural element found across classical, jazz, and popular music traditions worldwide. As a name, Coda appeals to musicians and music lovers as an artistic tribute.
Fun Facts
- The word 'coda' appears in virtually every musical tradition worldwide
- The 2021 film 'CODA' won the Academy Award for Best Picture
Coda in Other Languages
French
Coda
Italian
Coda
Spanish
Coda
Japanese
コーダ
Famous People Named Coda
C
Coda (musician)
Musician
1985
Stage name used by several independent musicians and producers
C
Coda (CODA film character) Fictional
Other
Ruby Rossi in the 2021 Oscar-winning film CODA, a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) pursuing her passion for music
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,442
- Total SSA Count
- 56
- Cultural Origins
- Italian American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Code
Co
Pairs Well With
Coda James
Coda River
Coda Lee
Coda Blue
Coda August
Coda Finn
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Coda is also used as a girl name, ranked #8103.
View Coda as a girl name →Similar Names
Same Origin Names (Italian)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Coda
What does the name Coda mean?
"concluding musical passage" (from Italian). "tail, conclusion" (from Latin cauda). Coda comes from the Italian word meaning 'tail' and is a musical term for the concluding passage of a piece of music. In musical notation, a coda brings a composition to its final resolution. The name has been adopted by artistic and music-loving parents who see the name as representing a beautiful ending — or a new beginning.
What is the origin of the name Coda?
Coda has Italian, Latin cauda, American, and English origins. In Italian, it means "concluding musical passage". In Latin cauda, it means "tail, conclusion".
Is Coda a boy or girl name?
Coda is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2442. As a girl name, it is ranked #8103. Coda is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Coda?
Coda is pronounced k-OHD-uh.
How popular is the name Coda?
Coda is currently ranked #2442 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Coda?
Common nicknames for Coda include Code and Co.
What are good middle names for Coda?
Popular middle name pairings include Coda James, Coda River, Coda Lee, Coda Blue, Coda August, and Coda Finn.
What are good sibling names for Coda?
Names that pair well with Coda as siblings include Lyric, Aria, Jax, Remy, Nova, and Orion.
How many syllables does Coda have?
Coda has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Coda a common or rare name?
Coda is an uncommon name, ranked #2442 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Coda
Coda is a boy name with Italian, American, and English origins . The name means "concluding musical passage" in Italian .
Is Coda a boy or girl name? Coda is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,442 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #8,103. Coda is more commonly used as a boy name.
Coda is currently ranked #2,442 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Coda has 2 syllables and is pronounced k-OHD-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Coda include Code and Co. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Coda include Cody . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.