Kody Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOH-dee / /ˈkoʊdi/English; Irish
Meaning
English: cushion; Irish: helpful
Historical & Cultural Background
Kody is a modern variant of the name Cody, which has roots in both English and Irish cultures. The name gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. It is often associated with a friendly and approachable demeanor. Kody is sometimes used as a diminutive or variant of other names.
Trend Summary
Kody has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cody
- Kodie
International Variants
- Cody (English)
- Kodie (English)
Famous people named Kody
Kody Brown is a reality television personality known for his role in the show 'Sister Wives'.
Kody Keplinger is an author recognized for her young adult novels, including 'The DUFF'.
Fictional characters named Kody
Kody is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his humorous antics.
Kody is a character in the video game series 'Animal Crossing', where he is depicted as a friendly dog villager.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kody was first seen in the United States in 1956. Kody has ranked as high as #461 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Michigan, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Kody has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kody (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 22 | |
| TX | 16 | |
| NY | 10 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| MD | 8 | |
| TN | 8 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| NM | 6 | |
| KS | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| AZ | 6 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| OK | 5 | |
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1972 | 21 |
| 1973 | 36 |
| 1974 | 41 |
| 1975 | 40 |
| 1976 | 57 |
| 1977 | 67 |
| 1978 | 91 |
| 1979 | 80 |
| 1980 | 88 |
| 1981 | 105 |
| 1982 | 143 |
| 1983 | 160 |
| 1984 | 223 |
| 1985 | 303 |
| 1986 | 327 |
| 1987 | 437 |
| 1988 | 560 |
| 1989 | 638 |
| 1990 | 833 |
| 1991 | 982 |
| 1992 | 1,145 |
| 1993 | 1,169 |
| 1994 | 1,163 |
| 1995 | 1,092 |
| 1996 | 1,042 |
| 1997 | 987 |
| 1998 | 811 |
| 1999 | 732 |
| 2000 | 783 |
| 2001 | 721 |
| 2002 | 665 |
| 2003 | 625 |
| 2004 | 638 |
| 2005 | 527 |
| 2006 | 525 |
| 2007 | 507 |
| 2008 | 443 |
| 2009 | 434 |
| 2010 | 385 |
| 2011 | 371 |
| 2012 | 341 |
| 2013 | 324 |
| 2014 | 330 |
| 2015 | 310 |
| 2016 | 275 |
| 2017 | 270 |
| 2018 | 243 |
| 2019 | 271 |
| 2020 | 231 |
| 2021 | 227 |
| 2022 | 194 |
| 2023 | 222 |
| 2024 | 195 |