Rising since 2012, #3,459 for girls today.
Popularity of Codi since 1961
Babies named Codi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 25 | 0 |
| 1970s | 263 | 17 |
| 1980s | 990 | 310 |
| 1990s | 1,238 | 1,101 |
| 2000s | 444 | 306 |
| 2010s | 344 | 175 |
| 2020s | 273 | 112 |
Meaning & origin
Codi is a modern respelling of the Irish-origin name Cody, which first entered U.S. records in 1961. By 1992, during its peak year, the name had gained considerable popularity, particularly in Texas, where it remains most common. After a decline, Codi has been on the rise again since 2012, reflecting a broader trend toward creative spellings. Today it ranks 3,459 and occurs in roughly 1 in 36,529 births, placing it among more distinctive choices while still feeling familiar. Its unisex nature and connection to the classic Cody make it a flexible option for any child.
Codi is a contemporary respelling of the name Cody, which itself originated as an Anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Cuidighthigh, meaning 'descendant of Cuidightheach', from the word cuidigh ('help'). The name Cody gained popularity in the late 20th century, partly due to western icon Buffalo Bill Cody, and by the 1990s had become a common unisex name. Variant spellings like Codi emerged as stylish alternatives during that period.
Where Codi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Codi
Names that share Codi's style, for a brother or sister.
