Cody

♀ Girl

Pronounced KOH-dee /ˈkoʊ.di/High

Meaning: From the Irish surname O'Cuidighthigh, 'descendant of the helpful one'; here for girlsMedium

In 30 seconds: Friendly and helpful: Cody is the Irish 'helpful one'. Cheerful, sporty, and warm — used for both sexes.

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Origin MediumIrish

MeaningFrom the Irish surname O'Cuidighthigh, 'descendant of the helpful one'; here for girls

U.S. rank (2025)#5594 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births22 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1988

Total births (all-time)≈ 5,168

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Cody comes from the Irish surname O'Cuidighthigh, 'descendant of the helpful one'. A cheerful, sporty, friendly surname-name, used for both sexes, here for girls.

It registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, helpful at the root, and cheerful.

Did you know? Cody comes from the Irish O'Cuidighthigh, 'descendant of the helpful one' (Buffalo Bill Cody) — a cheerful, friendly name, used for both sexes.

Overall data confidence 65%

Behind the Name — Cody — root etymology

Variations

CodieKodyCodee

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Cody mean?

Cody is Irish for 'descendant of the helpful one'.

How do you pronounce Cody?

It's said KOH-dee /ˈkoʊ.di/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Cody a boy or girl name?

Cody is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Cody?

Cody is rare for girls in the U.S.