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The story behind the name
With its connection to cowboys and other icons of Western culture, Cody is a name that turns a boy into a man. Okay, not really, but there's no denying its macho sensibility. It's got a softer side, too, recognized by some parents of girls who have given the name to their daughters. Cody, with a Gaelic pedigree derived from the surname Ó Cuidighthigh, meaning "descendant of Ó Cuidighthigh," was wildly popular in the early 1990s all over the US and, though not a top draw anymore, is still a favorite in Alaska and Wyoming.
help Quick answers about Cody
- What does the name Cody mean?
- Cody means "Descendant of Cuidightheach". It is associated with Irish naming traditions.
- What is the origin of the name Cody?
- Cody has Irish origins and is often linked to the meaning "Descendant of Cuidightheach".
- How do you pronounce Cody?
- Cody is pronounced KOH-dee.
- Is Cody a boy or girl name?
- Cody is typically used as a boy's name.
- What is the story behind the name Cody?
- With its connection to cowboys and other icons of Western culture, Cody is a name that turns a boy into a man. Okay, not really, but there's no denying its macho sensibility. It's got a softer side, too, recognized by some parents of girls who have given the name to their daughters. Cody, with a Gaelic pedigree derived from the surname Ó Cuidighthigh, meaning "descendant of Ó Cuidig...