Kodi
Kodi is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Helpful or cushion, derived as a variant of Cody from the Irish surname Ó Cuidighthigh.
Origin and history
Kodi is a modern English name, often arising as a phonetic variation or feminine spelling of the Irish and Norse-derived name Cody. While traditionally more common for males, it has gained steady traction as a unisex option in the United States. Its recent usage shows an upward trend among parents looking for short, spirited names.
Popularity in the United States
3,944 babies in the United States have been named Kodi since 1880. It ranks #2810 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1161.
States where it is most popular
- TX (32.6 %)
- CA (10.3 %)
- OK (7.2 %)
- FL (4.8 %)
- LA (4.8 %)
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 | 7 |
| 1970-1980 | 161 |
| 1980-1990 | 413 |
| 1990-2000 | 724 |
| 2000-2010 | 645 |
| 2010-2019 | 913 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,081 |
Fun facts
- Kodi is a modern respelling of Cody, replacing the traditional 'C' and 'y' with 'K' and 'i'.
- While historically more common for boys, Kodi has seen consistent use for girls in the United States.