Codey
Codey is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Helpful or cushion.
Origin and history
Codey is a modern phonetic spelling variant of Cody, derived from an Irish surname based on the Gaelic name Cuidightheach. It gained popularity in the United States alongside other '-ey' and '-y' variant spellings in the late 20th century. Today, it remains a familiar yet relatively uncommon choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
3,219 babies in the United States have been named Codey since 1880. It ranks #2267 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1902.
States where it is most popular
- OH (12.5 %)
- CA (9.4 %)
- IN (7.8 %)
- PA (7.7 %)
- FL (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 54 |
| 1980-1990 | 538 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,782 |
| 2000-2010 | 650 |
| 2010-2019 | 170 |
| 2020-2029 | 25 |
Fun facts
- Codey is a alternative spelling of the traditional Irish surname-turned-first-name Cody.
- The original Gaelic root Cuidightheach historically denoted a helpful person or assistant.