MallowbyNames

Codie

KOH-dee · helpful; of uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive of names like Coda or a modern spelling variant of Cody.

2025 rank (boys)
#7,679
Babies named in 2025
10
Peak popularity
1993
2025 frequency
1 in 170,808 boys
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Rising since 2022

Rising since 2022, #7,679 for boys today.

Popularity of Codie since 1916

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

70141211192019602000Most births 1993GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1910s013
1920s06
1930s00
1940s00
1950s50
1960s50
1970s14045
1980s476379
1990s6811,537
2000s218444
2010s193137
2020s15439

Meaning & origin

Codie is a modern respelling of the Irish surname Cody, which entered American naming trends in the early 20th century. First recorded in 1916, the name reached its peak popularity in 1993 and is currently on the rise again since 2022. In the most recent data from 2025, Codie ranks 7,679th nationally, with about 1 in 170,808 newborns given the name. Its variant spelling and unisex appeal make it a flexible choice, though it has never been among the dominant names in any state. The name's meaning, 'helpful,' and its Irish heritage give it a gentle, approachable quality that aligns with modern preferences for surname-style and gender-neutral names. Codie fits well with siblings like Piper, Willow, or Caleb, reflecting a trend toward nature and vintage-inspired choices.

Codie is a modern respelling of Cody, which itself derives from the Irish surname Ó Cuidighthigh, meaning 'descendant of Cuidightheach,' where Cuidightheach means 'helpful.' The name Cody gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, and Codie emerged as a feminine or unisex variant in the latter half. Its spelling may also be influenced by the English word 'code.'

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Code, Codi, Dee

Variants: Cody, Kody, Kodie, Codi

Sibling names for Codie

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

Sisters: Piper, Willow, Rowan, Harper, Riley

Brothers: Caleb, Cole, Chase, Logan, Mason

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Codie mean?
Codie is a modern variant of Cody, which is derived from the Irish surname Ó Cuidighthigh, meaning 'descendant of the helpful one.' Its core meaning is 'helpful.'
How popular is the name Codie right now?
As of 2025, Codie is ranked 7,679th in the United States, with an estimated 1 in 170,808 newborns receiving the name. Its popularity has been rising since 2022.
Is Codie a boy or girl name?
Codie is used as a unisex name, though it leans slightly feminine in recent decades. It debuted on U.S. records in 1916 and has been given to both boys and girls.