Kody vs Leighton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kody

Boy #1,100 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of Otto"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Australian Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,100
Total SSA Count
195
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kod

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kody Rank #1,100
Leighton Rank #395

Leighton is more popular, ranked #395 vs #1100 for Kody.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kody ___

  • Kody James
  • Kody Lee
  • Kody Ray
  • Kody Allen
  • Kody Michael
  • Kody Wayne

Leighton ___

  • Leighton Rose
  • Leighton Grace
  • Leighton Marie
  • Leighton Anne
  • Leighton Jane
  • Leighton Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kody

Tyler Brady Kayla Brooke Chase

If you choose Leighton

Peyton Parker Blake Harper Avery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kody or Leighton more popular?

Leighton is more popular, ranked #395 compared to Kody at #1100 in the United States.

What do Kody and Leighton mean?

Kody means "descendant of Otto" (Irish Gaelic origin). Leighton means "settlement by the leek garden" (Old English origin).

Are Kody and Leighton boy or girl names?

Kody is primarily a boy name. Leighton is primarily a girl name.

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