Dewey vs Kodah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dewey

Boy #3,607 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved"

Origin: Hebrew via Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,607
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Dew

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Dewey Rank #3,607
Kodah Rank #3,477

Kodah is more popular, ranked #3477 vs #3607 for Dewey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dewey ___

  • Dewey James
  • Dewey Wayne
  • Dewey Lee
  • Dewey Ray
  • Dewey Grant
  • Dewey Allen

Kodah ___

  • Kodah James
  • Kodah Bear
  • Kodah River
  • Kodah Wolf
  • Kodah Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

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Louie Rudy Huey Nellie Mabel

If you choose Kodah

Dakota Cheyenne Wyatt Sage River

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dewey or Kodah more popular?

Kodah is more popular, ranked #3477 compared to Dewey at #3607 in the United States.

What do Dewey and Kodah mean?

Dewey means "beloved" (Hebrew via Welsh origin). Kodah means "friend, ally" (Lakota Sioux origin).

Are Dewey and Kodah boy or girl names?

Dewey is primarily a boy name. Kodah is primarily a boy name.

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