Cody vs Zane

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
Zane Rank #305

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 vs #305 for Zane.

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

Zane ___

  • Zane Alexander
  • Zane Michael
  • Zane James
  • Zane Oliver
  • Zane Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cody

Brady Logan Trevor Casey Kylie

If you choose Zane

Cade Blake Jace Sloane Brooke

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody or Zane more popular?

Cody is more popular, ranked #289 compared to Zane at #305 in the United States.

What do Cody and Zane mean?

Cody means "helpful; assistant; descendant of the helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Zane means "Gift from God".

Are Cody and Zane boy or girl names?

Cody is primarily a boy name. Zane is primarily a boy name.

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