Kodie Unisex

Popularity: #894 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KOH-dee //ˈkoʊ.di//

Origin: English; Irish

Meaning: English: helpful; Irish: descendant of the warrior

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Kodie is a variant of the name Cody, which has its roots in the Old Irish name "Cuidighthe," meaning "helper" or "benefactor." The name evolved through various linguistic stages, transitioning from Old Irish to Anglicized forms. The introduction of the name into English can be traced back to the 19th century, where it gained popularity as a surname before being adopted as a given name.

The spelling variations, including Kodie, emerged as the name became more widely used in different cultural contexts, particularly in the United States. Historically, the name Cody has been associated with notable figures, including William Frederick Cody, better known as Buffalo Bill, who was a prominent American showman in the late 19th century.

His influence helped popularize the name during that era. Additionally, the name has appeared in various literary works and media, contributing to its recognition and cultural significance.

The use of the name in the context of American frontier history and folklore has imbued it with a sense of adventure and rugged individualism. Culturally, the name Kodie and its variants have been embraced for their modern, youthful sound, often associated with creativity and a free-spirited nature.

The name has also been used in various forms of artistic expression, including music and literature, which has further solidified its place in contemporary culture. While diminutive forms like Kody or Cody are common, Kodie stands out as a distinct spelling that reflects a more contemporary aesthetic.

Overall, the name Kodie carries with it a blend of historical roots and cultural resonance that has contributed to its enduring appeal.

Famous people named Kodie

In this section, you will find notable people named Kodie. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Kodie who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Kodie who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Kodie Shane is a rapper best known for her mixtapes Back to the Future and Young Heartthrob.

Kodie Williams is a professional wrestler best known for his work in various independent promotions.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Kodie, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

KaraKylieKeiraKiraKelseyKaitlyn

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Kodie. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

CodyKodyKoraKiraKylieKaraKaya

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kodie was first seen in the United States in 1974.

Kodie has ranked as high as #2344 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

In the past 5 years the name Kodie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Kodie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kodie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kodie.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 68 14 54
2024 69 19 50
2023 63 21 42
2022 40 14 26
2021 53 19 34
2020 54 21 33
2019 58 23 35
2018 48 16 32
2017 44 14 30
2016 51 14 37
2015 53 19 34
2014 45 17 28
2013 40 15 25
2012 35 16 19
2011 43 12 31
2010 52 18 34
2009 65 35 30
2008 62 27 35
2007 60 29 31
2006 61 30 31
2005 68 36 32
2004 53 30 23
2003 68 37 31
2002 74 35 39
2001 81 47 34
2000 84 56 28
1999 76 44 32
1998 88 57 31
1997 101 68 33
1996 109 66 43
1995 116 71 45
1994 109 64 45
1993 89 56 33
1992 117 81 36
1991 94 53 41
1990 75 48 27
1989 56 37 19
1988 48 24 24
1987 32 12 20
1986 26 13 13
1985 29 9 20
1984 14 0 14
1983 13 6 7
1982 9 0 9
1981 7 0 7
1980 12 7 5
1979 14 7 7
1978 7 0 7
1976 6 0 6
1974 6 6 0

Top States for Kodie (2023)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 5
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