Fred vs Kodi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fred

Boy #1,686 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English German American Scandinavian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,686
Total SSA Count
99
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Freddy, Freddie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Fred Rank #1,686
Kodi Rank #1,193

Kodi is more popular, ranked #1193 vs #1686 for Fred.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Fred ___

  • Fred James
  • Fred William
  • Fred George
  • Fred Arthur
  • Fred Henry
  • Fred Thomas

Kodi ___

  • Kodi Lynn
  • Kodi Marie
  • Kodi Ann
  • Kodi Rose
  • Kodi Grace
  • Kodi Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Fred

George Arthur Mabel Harriet Edith

If you choose Kodi

Riley Bailey Casey Brooke Parker

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fred or Kodi more popular?

Kodi is more popular, ranked #1193 compared to Fred at #1686 in the United States.

What do Fred and Kodi mean?

Fred means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Kodi means "helpful one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Fred and Kodi boy or girl names?

Fred is primarily a boy name. Kodi is primarily a girl name.

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