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Kodi

Quick answerKodi is a modern English name derived from the surname Cody, which has Irish roots meaning "helpful" or "descendant of Oda," coming from the Gaelic "Ó Cuidighthigh." The name is primarily used in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, with no significant historical or religious ties, though it…

Irish · Girl · 2 syllables

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Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#1,304
TrendRising ↑
Peak year2023
Syllables2
OriginIrish
LanguageEnglish
CultureEnglish-speaking
Letters4
Numerology3 Chaldean 5
Global rank#332

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Kodi

Kodi is a modern English name derived from the surname Cody, which has Irish roots meaning "helpful" or "descendant of Oda," coming from the Gaelic "Ó Cuidighthigh." The name is primarily used in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, with no significant historical or religious ties, though it gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century.

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Etymology

Kodi is a modern English name derived from the surname Cody, which has Irish roots meaning "helpful" or "descendant of Oda," coming from the Gaelic "Ó Cuidighthigh." The name is primarily used in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, with no significant historical or religious ties, though it gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century.

Kodi currently ranks #1,304 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.

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