Cody vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Codes

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cody Rank #289
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #289 for Cody.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cody ___

  • Cody James
  • Cody Lee
  • Cody Ray
  • Cody Allen
  • Cody Wayne
  • Cody Scott

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cody

Brady Logan Trevor Casey Kylie

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Cody at #289 in the United States.

What do Cody and Olivia mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Cody and Olivia boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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