MallowbyNames

Coden

KO-den · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern invented name or a variant of Caden.

Peak popularity
2008
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Coden since 2001

Babies named Coden per year in U.S. Social Security records.

471120102020Most births 2008Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s56
2010s41
2020s8

Meaning & origin

Coden is a rare modern name first recorded in U.S. births in 2001. It reached its peak popularity in 2008, though it has never cracked the top 1000. The name's trajectory has been stable, with very low usage each year. Its exact origin is uncertain, but it may be a variant of the more common Caden or a coined name inspired by the word "code." Despite its obscurity, Coden fits a pattern of trendy, phonetically familiar names ending in "-en" that emerged in the early 2000s.

Coden first appeared in U.S. birth records in the early 2000s. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly influenced by the popular name Caden or the word "code." The name has no established historical or linguistic roots, and its exact derivation is unclear.

Sibling names for Coden

Names that share Coden's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Coden mean?
The meaning of Coden is uncertain; it is likely a modern invented name with no traditional meaning.
How popular is the name Coden?
Coden has been recorded in U.S. births since 2001, but it has never ranked among the top 1000 names, making it very rare.
Is Coden a boy's name?
Yes, Coden is used predominantly for boys.